Serving 818 students in grades 9-12, Elbert 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% 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: 818 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elbert County High School's student population of 818 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
818 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elbert County 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 Elbert County High School is 0.61, 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
#1774 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
11%
18%
Black
33%
36%
White
52%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elbert County High School's ranking?
Elbert County High School is ranked #1774 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elbert County High School?
The graduation rate of Elbert County High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Elbert County High School?
818 students attend Elbert County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Elbert County High School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elbert County High School?
Elbert County High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elbert County High School offer ?
Elbert County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Elbert County High School part of?
Elbert County High School is part of Elbert County School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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