Summary:
Zip code 30147 (Lindale, Georgia) is home to one high school, Pepperell High School, which serves grades 8 through 12 and is part of the Floyd County School District.
Pepperell High School is a school on a clear upward trajectory, climbing from the 65th percentile in state rankings two years ago to the 77th percentile today—a jump of 55 positions that places it firmly in the top quarter of Georgia high schools. The school’s standout strength is mathematics: Algebra I proficiency sits at an exceptional 82.1%, a remarkable 34 points above the state average and a significant improvement from the prior year. Eighth-grade math also shines at 63.5% proficiency, outpacing the state by more than 17 points. This academic success is particularly notable given that 61.66% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch, yet the school still outperforms many wealthier institutions statewide. The graduation rate of 94.6% exceeds the state average by 7.4 points, demonstrating strong student support systems.
However, not all areas are equally strong. US History proficiency is a clear weakness at just 28.3%, falling 10.2 points below the state average and declining further year-over-year. Eighth-grade social studies also lags the state by 6.2 points, suggesting uneven instructional effectiveness across humanities subjects. Chronic absenteeism stands at 15.2%—better than the state’s 17.7% but notably higher than the district’s 9.0%, indicating a school-specific challenge that, if addressed, could boost outcomes further. With per-student spending of $13,932 and a student-teacher ratio of 16.3:1, Pepperell High School offers a compelling combination of rising rankings, exceptional math performance, and a strong graduation rate, while social studies instruction and attendance remain the key areas for future improvement.
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