Serving 1,338 students in grades 9-12, Whitewater High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 43% 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: 1,338 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitewater High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Whitewater High School's student population of 1,338 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Whitewater High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whitewater 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
#494 out of 2168 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
9%
18%
Black
24%
36%
White
57%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whitewater High School's ranking?
Whitewater High School is ranked #494 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Whitewater High School often compared to?
Whitewater High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Starrs Mill High School, Mcintosh High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Whitewater High School?
The graduation rate of Whitewater High School is 94%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Whitewater High School?
1,338 students attend Whitewater High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Whitewater High School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whitewater High School?
Whitewater High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Whitewater High School offer ?
Whitewater High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Whitewater High School part of?
Whitewater High School is part of Fayette County School District.
School Calendar
View the Whitewater High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Seniors Last Day
May 16, 2024 (Thursday)
Last Day of School
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
Last Day of School
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of School
August 05, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break for Students
October 14, 2024 (Monday)
School Reviews
5 9/9/2017
Awesome school with great people! Lots of great clubs!
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