Irwin County High School is a public high school located in Ocilla, Georgia, United States. It serves grades 9 through 12. Around 450 students currently attend Irwin County High School as of the 2011-2012 school year.
Serving 502 students in grades 9-12, Irwin County 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower 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: 502 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irwin County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Irwin County High School's student population of 502 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
502 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Irwin County 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 Irwin County High School is 0.57, 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
#1045 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
37%
36%
White
54%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Indian
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irwin County High School's ranking?
Irwin County High School is ranked #1045 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Irwin County High School often compared to?
Irwin County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School, Tift County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Irwin County High School?
The graduation rate of Irwin County High School is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Irwin County High School?
502 students attend Irwin County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Irwin County High School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Irwin County High School?
Irwin County High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Irwin County High School offer ?
Irwin County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Irwin County High School part of?
Irwin County High School is part of Irwin County School District.
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