Calhoun High School

Calhoun High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
355 S River St,  Calhoun, GA
Calhoun City Schools
4.1
3.2
1,301 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Peter Coombe
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Average SAT Score
1160
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
32%
Reading Proficiency
45%
Average GPA
3.64
Graduation Rate
99%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A-
Teachers
B+
College Prep
B+
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
B+
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.64
Reading Proficiency
45%
Math Proficiency
32%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
72
Full Time Teachers
72
Teachers in First or Second Year
4.4%
College Prep
Average SAT
1160
Math
570
Verbal
590
Average ACT
24
Math
23
English
23
Reading
25
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
14
AP Pass Rate
67.4%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
618:1

Student Diversity

Male
53.5%
Female
46.5%
White
45.5%
Hispanic
39.8%
Black
7.8%
Two or more races
4.7%

School Rankings

#6 Best Charter HS in Georgia
#24 Best HS For Athletes in Georgia
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Kennesaw State University 162 Students
University of Georgia 161 Students
Dalton State College 123 Students
Berry College 90 Students
Georgia State University 84 Students
Georgia Southern University 82 Students
Emory University 76 Students
Mercer University 71 Students
Georgia Institute of Technology 70 Students
University of West Georgia 64 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 64 Students
Business 56 Students
Psychology 46 Students
Biology 39 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 31 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 24 Students
Marketing 23 Students
Computer Science 19 Students
Elementary Education 19 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 18 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.1 130 Reviews
4.0 Senior
11/30/2022
I have gone to Calhoun City Schools since I was 5 years old. The teachers and students have had a great impact on my life thanks to the bonds I formed with many over the years. I am proud to be a yellow jacket, and as my years in Calhoun are slowly coming to an end I am glad to be apart of it and I will definitely make the most of it.
5.0 Senior
1/19/2021
I have gone to Calhoun High School for my whole high school life. It has helped me learn a lot, as well as grow as an individual. At Calhoun High School, we are very fortunate to have very up to date resources to help us get the education we deserve. Being involved definitely helps one's high school career at Calhoun High School due to how much fun each of the extracurricular activities is. The drama department, the band, and the sports teams are all very well and have great directors. I do not think I would have liked any other school better than Calhoun High School.
4.0 Senior
6/23/2020
My experience at Calhoun High School is one I will never forget. The encouraging atmosphere and thriving ambiance have helped me grow in numerous ways. The school is filled with supportive teachers and an emphasis on helping their students reach success.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.2 4 Reviews
1.0 student
7/21/2025
This school sucks they tell you one thing and do another. As they started allowing to students exempt from exams they only recognized the students who have A’s in their class making any others feel like their success doesn’t count if you’re not top of the class, they try to take your parents to cour...
5.0 parent
5/13/2025
This is really good school. I would recommend this school
2.0 parent
2/13/2022
This school only cares about the sports, specifically football. If you aren’t a white kid with rich parents, they could care less about you. Activities that aren’t football are extremely defunded. Teachers do not help with assignments & except students to learn on their own. This school with only he...
5.0 parent
7/22/2012
Calhoun City Schools is an excellent school system. As a parent of children who attend this school system, I continue to appreciate the dedication of the teachers and the support of the community.

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Calhoun High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Calhoun, GA and is served by the Calhoun City Schools in Georgia. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,301 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Academic records show that 32% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 45% are proficient in reading. Calhoun High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.64, the graduation rate is 99%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1160 and an ACT score of 24. Discover additional schools in the area, like Gordon Central High School, Calhoun Middle School, Ashworth Middle School, and more. Learn more about what Calhoun has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Calhoun High School.

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