Ware County High School

Ware County High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
700 Victory Dr,  Waycross, GA
Ware County Schools
3.8
2.6
1,618 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Dr. Darlene Tanner
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1140
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
B
Administration
B+
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
B
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
1140
Math
550
Verbal
590
Average ACT
23
Math
21
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

6
Test Scores
7
Equity
5
College Readiness
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GreatSchools Rating
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GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
403:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.2%
Male
49.8%
Economically disadvantaged
62.3%
White
44.1%
Black
38.3%
Hispanic
9.7%
Two or more races
6.8%

School Rankings

#9 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 211 Students
University of Georgia 197 Students
Valdosta State University 188 Students
Mercer University 143 Students
Georgia State University 133 Students
Emory University 100 Students
South Georgia State College 97 Students
Columbus State University 85 Students
Kennesaw State University 73 Students
Savannah State University 71 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 90 Students
Nursing 82 Students
Psychology 58 Students
Business 53 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 34 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 28 Students
Marketing 25 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 25 Students
Family Practice and Pediatric Nursing 22 Students
Sport and Fitness Management 22 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 145 Reviews
5.0 Senior
2/10/2025
My school has been really great to my 4 years by teaching and helping me learn new things and everyone is so nice and respectful
5.0 Senior
10/9/2024
I love my school. They are always so supportive and welcoming when I need help. They have made me into the person that I am today!
3.0 Senior
11/7/2023
School really only cares about football. The academic standards set for grades are sad compared to much of the northern states (where they usually have an A set at a 95%).
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GreatSchools Reviews
2.6 9 Reviews
1.0 student
3/5/2026
I attend this high school. They choose to lock every single bathroom, refusing to let your kid use the bathroom when they have an emergency. I have developed a UTI because of this, and am hoping to take it to court. If there is another option DO NOT SEND YOUR KIDS HERE.
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1.0 student
12/5/2025
This school is not good to their students or good at cleaning. There is still dried up spilled milk on the bleachers from 2-3 weeks ago even though the janitors clean them almost everyday. They don’t let kids make their own harmless fun. The dress code you based on your body. The student workers the...
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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...
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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.
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Ware County High School

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. Annual tuition is $0. 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 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.58, the graduation rate is 82%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1140 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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