Fayette County High School is located in Fayetteville, Georgia, United States. It was named a National Blue Ribbon School in 1999 and a Georgia School of Excellence in 2000. The school enrolls approximately 1,322 students in grades 9-12.
Serving 1,360 students in grades 9-12, Fayette County High School ranks in the top 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 29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher 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 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fayette County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fayette County High School's student population of 1,360 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,360 students
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Year Founded
1925
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fayette County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fayette County High School is 0.59, 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
#920 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
17%
20%
Black
61%
36%
White
10%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Fayette County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fayette County High School's ranking?
Fayette County High School is ranked #920 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Fayette County High School often compared to?
Fayette County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandy Creek High School, Mcintosh High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fayette County High School?
The graduation rate of Fayette County High School is 89%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Fayette County High School?
1,360 students attend Fayette County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Fayette County High School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fayette County High School?
Fayette County High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fayette County High School offer ?
Fayette County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fayette County High School part of?
Fayette County High School is part of Fayette County School District.
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