Serving 1,359 students in grades 9-12, Mcdonough 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 10% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (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 97% 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: 1,359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcdonough High School's student population of 1,359 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,359 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
WE ARE... Aspiring Respectful Hardworking Achievers Worthy Knowledgeable Successful WE ARE... Warhawks!!!
School Rankings
Mcdonough 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 Mcdonough High School is 0.32, 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
#1829 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
82%
36%
White
3%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Henry County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcdonough High School's ranking?
Mcdonough High School is ranked #1829 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Mcdonough High School often compared to?
Mcdonough High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle's Landing High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mcdonough High School?
The graduation rate of Mcdonough High School is 83%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Mcdonough High School?
1,359 students attend Mcdonough High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Mcdonough High School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcdonough High School?
Mcdonough High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mcdonough High School offer ?
Mcdonough High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcdonough High School part of?
Mcdonough High School is part of Henry County School District.
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