Ringgold High School is a public four-year comprehensive high school located in Catoosa County, Georgia, United States, in the outskirts of Chattanooga, Tennessee. It serves the community of Ringgold and was the first high school to be founded in Catoosa County.
Serving 1,052 students in grades 9-12, Ringgold High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,052 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ringgold High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Ringgold High School's student population of 1,052 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,052 students
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Tiger, Every Day, Without Exception.
School Rankings
Ringgold High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ringgold High School is 0.26, 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
#616 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
3%
36%
White
86%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Catoosa County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ringgold High School's ranking?
Ringgold High School is ranked #616 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Ringgold High School often compared to?
Ringgold High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage High School, Lakeview-fort Oglethorpe High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ringgold High School?
The graduation rate of Ringgold High School is 91%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Ringgold High School?
1,052 students attend Ringgold High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Ringgold High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ringgold High School?
Ringgold High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ringgold High School offer ?
Ringgold High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ringgold High School part of?
Ringgold High School is part of Catoosa County School District.
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