Serving 428 students in grades 9-12, Gordon Lee High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher 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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gordon Lee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Gordon Lee High School's student population of 428 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
428 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gordon Lee High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gordon Lee High School is 0.10, 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
#323 out of 2168 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
18%
Black
n/a
36%
White
95%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gordon Lee High School's ranking?
Gordon Lee High School is ranked #323 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Gordon Lee High School often compared to?
Gordon Lee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridgeland High School, Lafayette High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gordon Lee High School?
The graduation rate of Gordon Lee High School is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Gordon Lee High School?
428 students attend Gordon Lee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Gordon Lee High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gordon Lee High School?
Gordon Lee High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gordon Lee High School offer ?
Gordon Lee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gordon Lee High School part of?
Gordon Lee High School is part of Chickamauga City School District.
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