Calhoun High School is a public high school in Calhoun, Georgia, United States, serving grades 9–12 for the Calhoun City School District. It is accredited by the Georgia Accrediting Commission and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and is a member of Georgia High School Association.
Serving 1,301 students in grades 9-12, Calhoun 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 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,301 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Calhoun High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Calhoun High School's student population of 1,301 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,301 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Year Founded
1902
Colors
White, Black, Gold
School Rankings
Calhoun 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 Calhoun High School is 0.61, 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 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
41%
19%
Black
7%
36%
White
47%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
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: Yellow Jacket 90px
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calhoun High School's ranking?
Calhoun High School is ranked #889 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Calhoun High School often compared to?
Calhoun High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gordon Central High School, Sonoraville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Calhoun High School?
The graduation rate of Calhoun High School is 99%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Calhoun High School?
1,301 students attend Calhoun High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Calhoun High School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Calhoun High School?
Calhoun High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Calhoun High School offer ?
Calhoun High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Calhoun High School part of?
Calhoun High School is part of Calhoun City School District.
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