Summary:
Colquitt County High School is the sole high school in Colquitt County, serving grades 10-12 with a large enrollment of 1,932 students in Norman Park, GA. This single-school district means the school’s performance essentially defines the district’s overall metrics, making it the central focus for any family in the area.
The school stands out for its strong student retention and graduation outcomes. With a graduation rate of 90.6%—beating both the district (89.3%) and state (87.2%)—and a dropout rate of just 1.2% (half the state average), Colquitt County High School clearly excels at keeping students on track to earn a diploma. Its state ranking has been remarkably stable, hovering in the 63rd to 66th percentile over three years, earning a consistent 3-star rating. Academically, the school shows notable strengths in Biology (52.2% proficient, matching the district and beating the state by 5 points) and U.S. History (43.3% proficient, nearly 5 points above the state). The most dramatic improvement came in Algebra I, which jumped 15.4 percentage points from 29.4% to 44.8% proficiency year-over-year, though it still trails both district and state averages.
The biggest concern for parents is chronic absenteeism, which sits at 20.7%—well above the district’s 15.1% and the state’s 17.7%. This means more than one in five students are missing substantial instructional time, a factor that could be holding back academic performance despite the school’s strong graduation numbers. The school also has a favorable 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio and spends $14,319 per student, providing solid resources to address these challenges. While American Literature scores from the prior year (30.2% proficient) lagged the state by 10 points, current ELA results are not yet available. Overall, Colquitt County High School is a stable, well-funded institution that successfully graduates its students, but improving attendance and closing proficiency gaps in core subjects remain key areas for growth.
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