High Schools in Fayette County


Summary:

The Fayette County school district in Georgia is home to five high-performing high schools, each offering a strong educational environment for students. According to the data, McIntosh High School and Starrs Mill High School stand out as the top-ranked schools in the district, consistently earning 5-star ratings from SchoolDigger and ranking among the best in the state. These schools boast the highest graduation rates and exceptional test scores, particularly in subjects like Algebra I, Biology, and American Literature and Composition.

Whitewater High School is also a high-performing institution, ranking in the top 40 in the state and demonstrating strong academic performance across various subject areas. The Fayette County high schools generally perform well on the Milestones Assessments, with most schools scoring above the state averages in core subjects.

While the data suggests a potential correlation between socioeconomic factors, as measured by free and reduced lunch rates, and academic performance, the relationship is not definitive. Schools with lower free and reduced lunch rates, such as McIntosh and Whitewater, tend to have higher test scores and rankings, but the data does not show a clear link between per-student spending or student-teacher ratio and school performance. Overall, the Fayette County high schools demonstrate a strong commitment to academic excellence, providing students with a high-quality education and opportunities for success.

District Detail

 205 Lafayette Avenue
Fayetteville, GA 30214

 (770) 460-3535

SchoolDigger Rank:
10th of 206 Georgia districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 19,800

Primary Schools: 14
Middle Schools: 5
High Schools: 5
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Georgia Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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