Serving 925 students in grades 9-12, Kendrick 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 ≤10% (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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 925 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kendrick High School's student population of 925 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
925 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kendrick 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 Kendrick High School is 0.24, 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
#2056 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
18%
Black
87%
36%
White
3%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kendrick High School's ranking?
Kendrick High School is ranked #2056 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Kendrick High School often compared to?
Kendrick High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spencer High School by visitors of our site.
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 ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kendrick High School?
The graduation rate of Kendrick High School is 84%, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Kendrick High School?
925 students attend Kendrick High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Kendrick High School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kendrick High School?
Kendrick High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kendrick High School offer ?
Kendrick High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kendrick High School part of?
Kendrick High School is part of Muscogee County School District.
In what neighborhood is Kendrick High School located?
Kendrick High School is located in the East Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, GA. There are 10 other public schools located in East Columbus.
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