Evans Comprehensive High School is a public high school located in Evans, north of Augusta, Georgia, United States. It serves students in grades 9–12 in the Columbia County School System.
Serving 1,875 students in grades 9-12, Evans High School ranks in the top 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 31% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% 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: 1,875 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Evans High School's student population of 1,875 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,875 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Year Founded
1926
Colors
Black, Gold
School Rankings
Evans High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Evans High School is 0.64, 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
#889 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
23%
36%
White
54%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knights
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Evans High School's ranking?
Evans High School is ranked #889 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Evans High School often compared to?
Evans High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenbrier High School, Grovetown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Evans High School?
The graduation rate of Evans High School is 93%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Evans High School?
1,875 students attend Evans High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Evans High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Evans High School?
Evans High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Evans High School offer ?
Evans High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Evans High School part of?
Evans High School is part of Columbia County School District.
School Calendar
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Date
School Closed for Labor Day Holiday (Events)
September 01, 2025 (Monday)
School Closed (Events)
October 13, 2025 (Monday)
School Closed for Veterans Day Holiday (Events)
November 11, 2025 (Tuesday)
School Closed for Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
School Closed for MLK Jr. Day (Events)
January 19, 2026 (Monday)
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