Pelham High School is a public high school located in Pelham, Georgia, United States. The school serves grades 9–12 in the Pelham City School District. Its boundary is that of the City of Pelham. The school colors are navy blue, white, and gold. The school mascot is the Hornet.
Serving 395 students in grades 9-12, Pelham 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% 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: 395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pelham High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Pelham High School's student population of 395 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Colors
White, Blue, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Rankings
Pelham 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 Pelham High School is 0.59, 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
#1773 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
47%
36%
White
43%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
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 Pelham High School's ranking?
Pelham High School is ranked #1773 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Pelham High School often compared to?
Pelham High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mitchell County High School, Baconton Community Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pelham High School?
The graduation rate of Pelham High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Pelham High School?
395 students attend Pelham High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Pelham High School students are Black, 43% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pelham High School?
Pelham High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pelham High School offer ?
Pelham High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pelham High School part of?
Pelham High School is part of Pelham City School District.
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