Cook High School is a public high school located in Cook County, Georgia, United States, with an Adel postal address. The school is part of the Cook County School District, which serves Cook County.
Serving 951 students in grades 9-12, Cook High School ranks in the top 50% 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 38% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is equal to 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 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 951 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cook High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Cook High School's student population of 951 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
951 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cook High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cook High School is 0.63, 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
#882 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
36%
36%
White
48%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornet
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cook High School's ranking?
Cook High School is ranked #882 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Cook High School often compared to?
Cook High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Berrien High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cook High School?
The graduation rate of Cook High School is 98%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Cook High School?
951 students attend Cook High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Cook High School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 12% 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 Cook High School?
Cook High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cook High School offer ?
Cook High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cook High School part of?
Cook High School is part of Cook County School District.
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