George County High School

George County High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
9284 HWY 63,  Lucedale, MS
George County School District
3.5
2.7
1,118 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Wade Whitney
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average SAT Score
1040
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
63%
Reading Proficiency
45%
Average GPA
3.54
Graduation Rate
94%

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.54
Reading Proficiency
45%
Math Proficiency
63%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
76
Full Time Teachers
76
Teachers in First or Second Year
8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1040
Math
520
Verbal
520
Average ACT
24
Math
22
English
24
Reading
24
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
4
AP Pass Rate
15.1%
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
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
70.8%
State Average
0.8%
Science
7.1%
State Average
18%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
351:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.7%
Male
49.3%
White
82.3%
Black
9.8%
Two or more races
3.7%
Hispanic
3.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
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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.
University of Southern Mississippi 288 Students
Mississippi State University 278 Students
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College 232 Students
University of South Alabama 227 Students
University of Mississippi 189 Students
William Carey University 137 Students
The University of Alabama 102 Students
Jones County Junior College 77 Students
Louisiana State University 62 Students
Pearl River Community College 62 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 101 Students
Business 35 Students
Biology 31 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 24 Students
Physical Therapy 24 Students
Engineering 23 Students
Veterinary Sciences 22 Students
Psychology 21 Students
Education 19 Students
Radiologic Technician 19 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 89 Reviews
3.0 Junior
8/12/2021
My experience at George County High School has been average. My favorite part of this school has been the safe feeling that we get when we arrive on campus. Our teachers and staff make it their priority to make sure that very student has what they need. That being said, I do not think that college readiness is offered as it should be. While our staff tries their best to help the students with what they need, they can not always answer questions we have about our college future.
4.0 Senior
7/18/2020
My experience with George County High School was positive. I personally felt very accepted and supported by the staff and my teachers. The only negative things is the state of its class rooms and facilities since it is an old school.
4.0 Senior
11/16/2017
Lots of great teachers and great people. Very good vocational programs for anything someone could be interested in.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.7 7 Reviews
5.0 parent
12/21/2023
My experience with GCSD has been a good one so far. My daughter has been going there since 3rd grade, and she's in 10th grade now, and is in their honors class programs. She has motivated her boyfriend to get great grades too- the school fosters learning, and the teachers have seemed very competent...
5.0 other
8/14/2018
Great school. I had a fantastic high school experience here and felt ready for college.
2.0 student
12/11/2013
George County Middle School is, despite what they say, an average school. I have had my fair share of teachers who honestly don't care, and others who are incredibly involved and helpful. While the teachers are usually fine, the school is out of balance. Popular students often get away with everythi...
1.0 student
8/25/2008

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George County High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Lucedale, MS and is served by the George County School District in Mississippi. The school has a total enrollment of 1,118 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 63% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 45% are proficient in reading. George County High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.54, the graduation rate is 94%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1040 and an ACT score of 24. Discover additional schools in the area, like George County Alternative, Lt Taylor Intermediate School, George County Middle School, and more. Learn more about what Lucedale has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near George County High School.

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