Chestatee High School is a public high school located in Gainesville, Georgia, United States, operated by Hall County Schools. The school was established in 2002 when the enrollment at North Hall High School grew too large. The school serves the communities of Gainesville, Murrayville, and Dawsonville.
Serving 1,245 students in grades 9-12, Chestatee 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 23% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (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 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chestatee High School's student population of 1,245 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,245 students
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Year Founded
2002
Colors
Black, Maroon, Silver
School Calendar
School Motto
Character, Courage, Commitment
School Rankings
Chestatee High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chestatee High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1398 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
57%
20%
Black
2%
36%
White
39%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Hall County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: War Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chestatee High School's ranking?
Chestatee High School is ranked #1398 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Chestatee High School often compared to?
Chestatee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Hall High School, East Hall High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chestatee High School?
The graduation rate of Chestatee High School is 88%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Chestatee High School?
1,245 students attend Chestatee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Chestatee High School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chestatee High School?
Chestatee High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chestatee High School offer ?
Chestatee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chestatee High School part of?
Chestatee High School is part of Hall County School District.
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