Serving 1,611 students in grades 9-12, Habersham Central 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,611 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Habersham Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
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Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Habersham Central High School's student population of 1,611 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,611 students
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Habersham Central 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 Habersham Central High School is 0.55, 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
#1383 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
34%
20%
Black
3%
36%
White
58%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
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: Raiders
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Habersham Central High School's ranking?
Habersham Central High School is ranked #1383 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Habersham Central High School often compared to?
Habersham Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Habersham Success Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Habersham Central High School?
The graduation rate of Habersham Central High School is 98%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Habersham Central High School?
1,611 students attend Habersham Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Habersham Central High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Habersham Central High School?
Habersham Central High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Habersham Central High School offer ?
Habersham Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Habersham Central High School part of?
Habersham Central High School is part of Habersham County School District.
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