Serving 426 students in grades 9-12, Greene County 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greene County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Greene County High School's student population of 426 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
426 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Rankings
Greene County 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 Greene County High School is 0.45, 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
#1958 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
17%
19%
Black
72%
36%
White
8%
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
97%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greene County High School's ranking?
Greene County High School is ranked #1958 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Greene County High School often compared to?
Greene County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Oconee Charter, Anita White Carson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Greene County High School?
The graduation rate of Greene County High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Greene County High School?
426 students attend Greene County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Greene County High School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greene County High School?
Greene County High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Greene County High School offer ?
Greene County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Greene County High School part of?
Greene County High School is part of Greene County School District.
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