Serving 279 students in grades 9-12, Terrell High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Terrell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Terrell High School's student population of 279 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
279 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Terrell High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Terrell High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1842 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
91%
36%
White
3%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Terrell High School's ranking?
Terrell High School is ranked #1842 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Terrell High School?
The graduation rate of Terrell High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Terrell High School?
279 students attend Terrell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Terrell High School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Terrell High School?
Terrell High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Terrell High School offer ?
Terrell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Terrell High School part of?
Terrell High School is part of Terrell County School District.
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