Claxton High School is a public high school located in Claxton, Georgia, United States. It is a part of the Evans County School District. The current principal is Dr. Paul Mizell. Between 1975 and 1979, students at the school under the direction of B. G.
Serving 488 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Claxton High School's student population of 488 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
488 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Colors
Black, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
We expect excellence鈥o exceptions, no excuses!
School Rankings
Claxton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Claxton High School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1894 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
29%
19%
Black
30%
36%
White
38%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
59%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Claxton High School's ranking?
Claxton High School is ranked #1894 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Claxton High School often compared to?
Claxton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Langston Chapel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% 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?
488 students attend Claxton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Claxton High School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 29% 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 15:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Claxton High School part of?
Claxton High School is part of Evans County School District.
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