Ware County High School

Ware County High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
700 Victory Dr,  Waycross, GA
Ware County Schools
3.8
3.0
1,618 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Dr. Darlene Tanner
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1150
Average ACT Score
23
Math Proficiency
55%
Reading Proficiency
48%
Average GPA
3.58
Graduation Rate
82%

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.58
Reading Proficiency
48%
Math Proficiency
55%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
117
Full Time Teachers
117
Teachers in First or Second Year
1%
College Prep
Average SAT
1150
Math
560
Verbal
590
Average ACT
23
Math
22
English
23
Reading
24
Science
22
Number of AP Courses
10
AP Pass Rate
47.5%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
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
403:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.2%
Male
49.8%
Economically disadvantaged
62.3%
White
48.2%
Black
37.9%
Hispanic
7.4%
Two or more races
5.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1%

School Rankings

#4 Niche Standout HS 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.
Georgia Southern University 203 Students
University of Georgia 196 Students
Valdosta State University 181 Students
Mercer University 145 Students
Georgia State University 131 Students
Emory University 99 Students
South Georgia State College 91 Students
Columbus State University 83 Students
Georgia College & State University 69 Students
Savannah State University 67 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 87 Students
Nursing 75 Students
Psychology 59 Students
Business 52 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 34 Students
Marketing 23 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 22 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 22 Students
Sport and Fitness Management 21 Students
Family Practice and Pediatric Nursing 20 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 144 Reviews
3.0 Alum
5/19/2025
The school was decent. Some of the classes were completely different than another class on the same subject. Teachers would be teaching completely different things for the same class. The administrators were absolutely terrible and made everything way more difficult than needed.
3.0 Senior
4/10/2025
I would like to see more care from the school and admin. I would also like for the mold in the school to be dealt with.
5.0 Senior
2/20/2025
I am thankful for the opportunities at Ware County High School. Although it is a public school in a rural area in south Georgia they strive for excellence in all they do.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.0 7 Reviews
1.0 parent
1/15/2025
This school only cares about you fitting into a box. Anyone that steps outside that are seen as a nuisance. They do nothing for threats or bullying. They brush most things under the rug and pretend like there is no problem. Some of the teachers do really care but others do the minimum and aren't hel...
5.0 parent
3/19/2018
My son was able to take classes to help him choose a career. He was in classes with students from all walks of life. He felt like he was treated fairly and that others were treated fairly too. I would recommend this school to anyone.
3.0 parent
7/7/2017
to much bulling , and nothing being done all in who u know there.
1.0 other
5/2/2017
This school has always treated SOME students unfairly. The teachers congregate and stand against the students. There are TEACHERS that bully the students and nothing is done about that. When the school is confronted, they stand undivided against the child. My child attempted suicide and tries to mai...

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Ware County High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Waycross, GA and is served by the Ware County Schools in Georgia. The school has a total enrollment of 1,618 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 55% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 48% are proficient in reading. Ware County High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.58, the graduation rate is 82%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1150 and an ACT score of 23. Discover additional schools in the area, like Ware County Middle School, Waycross Middle School, Williams Heights Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Waycross has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Ware County High School.

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