Gordon Lee Memorial High School is a four-year public high school located in Chickamauga, Georgia, United States. It is part of the Chickamauga City School District, which serves the City of Chickamauga in Walker County.
Serving 410 students in grades 9-12, Gordon Lee High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher 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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gordon Lee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Community Size
School Overview
Gordon Lee High School's student population of 410 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
410 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1930
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres (200,000 m2)
School Motto
Working Together to Ensure a Tradition of Excellence Continues...
School Rankings
Gordon Lee High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gordon Lee High School is 0.10, 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
#467 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
20%
Black
n/a
36%
White
95%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trojan
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gordon Lee High School's ranking?
Gordon Lee High School is ranked #467 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Gordon Lee High School often compared to?
Gordon Lee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridgeland High School, Lafayette High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gordon Lee High School?
The graduation rate of Gordon Lee High School is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Gordon Lee High School?
410 students attend Gordon Lee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Gordon Lee High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gordon Lee High School?
Gordon Lee High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gordon Lee High School offer ?
Gordon Lee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gordon Lee High School part of?
Gordon Lee High School is part of Chickamauga City School District.
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