Serving 328 students in grades 9-12, Wilkinson County High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilkinson County High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Irwinton, GA, encompassing approximately 451.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 12.7 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 16.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilkinson County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Wilkinson County High School's student population of 328 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
328 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wilkinson County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilkinson County High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2047 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
59%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
11%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilkinson County High School's ranking?
Wilkinson County High School is ranked #2047 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Wilkinson County High School often compared to?
Wilkinson County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jones County High School, Baldwin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wilkinson County High School?
The graduation rate of Wilkinson County High School is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Wilkinson County High School?
328 students attend Wilkinson County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Wilkinson County High School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilkinson County High School?
Wilkinson County High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wilkinson County High School offer ?
Wilkinson County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilkinson County High School part of?
Wilkinson County High School is part of Wilkinson County School District.
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