High Schools in Quitman County

Quitman County High School is the only high school in Quitman County, a small rural district in Georgetown, GA, serving grades 9–12 with just 109 students.

This school presents a striking contrast: it boasts a perfect 100% graduation rate (well above the state’s 87.2%) and a low chronic absenteeism rate of 10.2% (compared to 17.7% statewide). However, academic proficiency on End of Course tests is very low—only 11.1% of students are proficient in Biology, 6.1% in US History, 10.0% in Algebra I, and 16.7% in American Literature. These scores place the school in the bottom 5–7% of Georgia high schools, with a 0-star rating for three consecutive years. The school serves a high-poverty population, with 81.65% of students qualifying for free or reduced lunch, and spends a substantial $18,172 per student—well above typical state averages—while maintaining a favorable 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio.

For parents, the key takeaway is that Quitman County High School excels at keeping students on track to graduate and attend school regularly, but struggles significantly with academic mastery. The small enrollment means individual student performance can swing percentages dramatically, and the high per-student spending does not appear to translate into higher test scores. The school’s chronic absenteeism rate is more than double the district’s reported 4.5%, though both figures are below the state average. Note that English Language Arts (ELA) scores are not yet available; they will be released in December, so no conclusions should be drawn about that subject. Overall, this is a school that prioritizes student persistence and completion, but families should be aware of the substantial academic challenges and consider how the school’s resources and small class sizes might support their child’s specific needs.