Upson-Lee High School is a secondary school in Thomaston, Georgia, United States. It is the only high school in Upson County. It is a combination of the former R. E. Lee Institute and Upson High School, both previously located in Upson County.
Serving 1,202 students in grades 9-12, Upson-lee 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 31% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% 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: 1,202 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Upson-lee High School's student population of 1,202 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,202 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Year Founded
1992
Colors
Black, Purple, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
Upson-lee High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Upson-lee 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
#1404 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
37%
36%
White
52%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knight
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upson-lee High School's ranking?
Upson-lee High School is ranked #1404 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Upson-lee High School often compared to?
Upson-lee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pike County 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 37% GA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Upson-lee High School?
The graduation rate of Upson-lee High School is 90%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Upson-lee High School?
1,202 students attend Upson-lee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Upson-lee High School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Upson-lee High School?
Upson-lee High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Upson-lee High School offer ?
Upson-lee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Upson-lee High School part of?
Upson-lee High School is part of Thomaston-Upson County School District.
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