Pierce County High School

Pierce County High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
4850 County Farm Rd,  Blackshear, GA
Pierce County Schools
3.9
1.0
1,062 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Dara Bennett
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
1190
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
69%
Reading Proficiency
54%
Average GPA
3.55
Graduation Rate
97%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A-
Teachers
B-
College Prep
B
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
B
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.55
Reading Proficiency
54%
Math Proficiency
69%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
64
Full Time Teachers
64
Teachers in First or Second Year
1.6%
College Prep
Average SAT
1190
Math
590
Verbal
600
Average ACT
24
Math
22
English
23
Reading
25
Science
23
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
515:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.2%
Female
48.8%
White
77.8%
Hispanic
9.5%
Black
7.6%
Two or more races
3.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Georgia Southern University 135 Students
University of Georgia 129 Students
Valdosta State University 98 Students
South Georgia State College 65 Students
Georgia State University 55 Students
Mercer University 55 Students
Georgia College & State University 46 Students
College of Coastal Georgia 35 Students
Coastal Pines Technical College 34 Students
University of North Florida 28 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 51 Students
Business 49 Students
Biology 29 Students
Psychology 27 Students
Education 18 Students
History 15 Students
Elementary Education 14 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 13 Students
Computer Science 10 Students
Accounting 10 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 79 Reviews
1.0 Alum
5/28/2025
I have never wanted to escape a place like this in my LIFE. PCHS was the worst 4 years of my life. Jocks get away with anything because they play sports and are worshiped. Jocks run the school. ITS RIDICULOUS. Being called slurs in front of teachers and nothing being done about it because they don't have a care in the world. Don't even get me started on the dress code. We may as well have worn prison uniforms. This school is ridiculous. Parents, if you are reading this, send your kids to Ware or Brantley. Don't put them through this hellacious school system please.
5.0 Senior
9/8/2023
I was blessed to attend an amazing school system that excels in not only academics, but also athletics. I cannot pick one best part of my experience, but the school dances would definitely be up there. The worst part of my experience was how difficult my schedule was junior year. I knowingly took advanced classes at the same time and it was stressful but very beneficial. There is nothing I would want to change about my school.
5.0 NicheUser
8/24/2016
The high school I attended had a group of the best teachers in our community. Most of the educators at PCHS went above and beyond student and parent expectations to meet the needs of their class. Teachers and administrators were always available for help/guidance for students that needed it.
GreatSchools Reviews
1.0 3 Reviews
1.0 parent
9/22/2021
Would give 0 stars if I could
1.0 student
10/17/2008
1.0 student
4/16/2008

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Pierce County High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Blackshear, GA, in the Blackshear neighborhood, and is served by the Pierce County Schools in Georgia. The school has a total enrollment of 1,062 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 69% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 54% are proficient in reading. Pierce County High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.55, the graduation rate is 97%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1190 and an ACT score of 24. The average home value in this area is $240,372. Learn more about what Blackshear has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Pierce County High School.

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