Alcovy High School is a public school in Covington, Georgia, United States. It is part of the Newton County School System.
Serving 1,968 students in grades 9-12, Alcovy 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 13% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,968 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alcovy High School's student population of 1,968 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,968 students
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alcovy High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alcovy High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1764 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
66%
36%
White
18%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alcovy High School's ranking?
Alcovy High School is ranked #1764 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Alcovy High School often compared to?
Alcovy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newton High School, Eastside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alcovy High School?
The graduation rate of Alcovy High School is 89%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Alcovy High School?
1,968 students attend Alcovy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Alcovy High School students are Black, 18% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alcovy High School?
Alcovy High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alcovy High School offer ?
Alcovy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alcovy High School part of?
Alcovy High School is part of Newton County School District.
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