Fitzgerald High School

Fitzgerald High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
553 Ocilla Hwy,  Fitzgerald, GA
Ben Hill County Schools
3.4
4.0
874 Students
C+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Dawn Clements
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1040
Average ACT Score
20
Math Proficiency
16%
Reading Proficiency
27%
Average GPA
3.46
Graduation Rate
92%

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.46
Reading Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
16%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
61
Full Time Teachers
61
Teachers in First or Second Year
7.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1040
Math
510
Verbal
530
Average ACT
20
Math
21
English
20
Reading
20
Science
21
Number of AP Courses
8
AP Pass Rate
21.1%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
398:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.3%
Female
49.7%
Black
43.9%
White
37%
Hispanic
15.1%
Two or more races
3.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

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.
Georgia Southern University 161 Students
University of Georgia 145 Students
Valdosta State University 141 Students
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College 112 Students
Mercer University 85 Students
Georgia State University 82 Students
Columbus State University 62 Students
Kennesaw State University 53 Students
Emory University 51 Students
Albany State University 49 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 59 Students
Business 55 Students
Biology 51 Students
Psychology 23 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 23 Students
Accounting 16 Students
Family Practice and Pediatric Nursing 16 Students
Marketing 15 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 15 Students
Education 15 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.4 91 Reviews
5.0 Alum
7/10/2024
My time at FHS was great, I always had the help I needed and more support than I ever asked for. They supply students with everything they need and most wants they just have to work for it if they really want it. All staff is there for the students I couldn't have asked for a better high school experience. I love FHS!!
3.0 Senior
4/9/2024
Our theater department is awesome and I've enjoyed it thoroughly. Some teachers care, some don't. Some coaches care, some don't. I would like to see a friendlier climate and a greater culture of acceptance.
5.0 Junior
11/27/2023
My experience at Fitzgerald High School has been a wonderful thing. There have been so many resources, smiling faces, and kind people around me. I have always been the type to sometimes need help, but here at Fitzgerald high school, I always have the materials and help I need.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.0 4 Reviews
5.0 teacher
3/11/2025
Great school with a great principal. I highly recommend everyone
5.0 parent
7/12/2012
This school I like very much and the teachers work very hard to make sure that students are successful.
5.0 parent
12/14/2007
1.0 student
8/30/2007

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Fitzgerald High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Fitzgerald, GA and is served by the Ben Hill County Schools in Georgia. The school has a total enrollment of 874 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 16% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 27% are proficient in reading. Fitzgerald High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.46, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1040 and an ACT score of 20. Discover additional schools in the area, like Bowens Mill Christian Center, Tiftarea Academy, Grace Baptist, and more. Learn more about what Fitzgerald has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Fitzgerald High School.

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