Sequoyah High School is a public high school located in Hickory Flat, Georgia, United States. It educates students in grades 9–12. It opened in the fall of 1990 and is one of seven high schools in Cherokee County, including Cherokee, Etowah, Woodstock, Creekview, River Ridge and I-Grad Virtual Academy.
Serving 2,021 students in grades 9-12, Sequoyah High School ranks in the top 20% 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 46% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,021 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sequoyah High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sequoyah High School's student population of 2,021 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 121 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,021 students
Total Classroom Teachers
121 teachers
Year Founded
1990
Colors
Black, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Elevating the Excellence
School Rankings
Sequoyah High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sequoyah 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
#422 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
19%
20%
Black
7%
36%
White
66%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Cherokee County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Chiefs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sequoyah High School's ranking?
Sequoyah High School is ranked #422 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Sequoyah High School often compared to?
Sequoyah High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherokee High School, Creekview High School, River Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sequoyah High School?
The graduation rate of Sequoyah High School is 94%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Sequoyah High School?
2,021 students attend Sequoyah High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Sequoyah High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sequoyah High School?
Sequoyah High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sequoyah High School offer ?
Sequoyah High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sequoyah High School part of?
Sequoyah High School is part of Cherokee County School District.
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