Serving 524 students in grades 9-12, Claxton 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Claxton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Claxton High School's student population of 524 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Claxton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Claxton High School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1580 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
25%
18%
Black
30%
36%
White
42%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Claxton High School's ranking?
Claxton High School is ranked #1580 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Claxton High School?
The graduation rate of Claxton High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Claxton High School?
524 students attend Claxton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Claxton High School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Claxton High School?
Claxton High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Claxton High School offer ?
Claxton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Claxton High School part of?
Claxton High School is part of Evans County School District.
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