Serving 1,869 students in grades 9-12, Winder-barrow 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 31% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,869 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Winder-Barrow High School serves the northeast part of Winder, GA, encompassing an area of approximately 90.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone reaching up to 11.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winder-barrow High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Winder-barrow High School's student population of 1,869 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 126 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,869 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
126 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Winder-barrow 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 Winder-barrow High School is 0.69, 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
#1105 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
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
92%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.1%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red & Black
School Mascot
Bulldogg ("gg" Or "double G")
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winder-barrow High School's ranking?
Winder-barrow High School is ranked #1105 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Winder-barrow High School often compared to?
Winder-barrow High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Apalachee High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Winder-barrow High School?
The graduation rate of Winder-barrow High School is 92%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Winder-barrow High School?
1,869 students attend Winder-barrow High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Winder-barrow High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winder-barrow High School?
Winder-barrow High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Winder-barrow High School offer ?
Winder-barrow High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Winder-barrow High School part of?
Winder-barrow High School is part of Barrow County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
a.I am very pleased with the teachers and the staff at Winder Barrow High School.
b. There is a level of quality within the school. My 16 year old Candler Phillips is very active with in the heart of the school.
c. I believe that you can never praise a child to much.
d. I have to say, there is never enough.
I could be better.
2 10/10/2025
The above rankings are very deceiving because such scores don't always measure how good a school really is. Rather than blame the school, I find fault with disconnected parents who take no interest in their child's education and offer no support or reinforcement at home. My personal experience as a WBHS parent has been HIGHLY favorable. The school has a positive, safe environment and the staff communicates well. My students have found their classes engaging and they feel that their teachers at WBHS really care about their success. My kids were not just a number here, instead, they felt valued and challenged to reach their full potential. WBHS has done an excellent job preparing them for the next step to college and for success in life.
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