Grovetown High School is located in Grovetown, Georgia, United States, in Columbia County, and opened on August 10, 2009. Its enrollment for the 2010-2011 school was approximately 1300 students; its most recent enrollment approached 2,100.
Serving 2,256 students in grades 9-12, Grovetown High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% 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: 2,256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grovetown High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Grovetown High School's student population of 2,256 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,256 students
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Year Founded
2009
Colors
Blue, Red
Campus Size
20 acres
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Grovetown 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 Grovetown High School is 0.69, 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
#997 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
17%
20%
Black
44%
36%
White
30%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Columbia County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warrior/war Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grovetown High School's ranking?
Grovetown High School is ranked #997 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Grovetown High School often compared to?
Grovetown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenbrier High School, Evans High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grovetown High School?
The graduation rate of Grovetown High School is 90%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Grovetown High School?
2,256 students attend Grovetown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Grovetown High School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grovetown High School?
Grovetown High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Grovetown High School offer ?
Grovetown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grovetown High School part of?
Grovetown High School is part of Columbia County School District.
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