Serving 1,318 students in grades 9-12, Harlem 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 30% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,318 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harlem High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Harlem High School's student population of 1,318 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,318 students
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Harlem 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 Harlem High School is 0.57, 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
#1272 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
20%
36%
White
62%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harlem High School's ranking?
Harlem High School is ranked #1272 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Harlem High School often compared to?
Harlem High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Evans High School, Grovetown High School, Lakeside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harlem High School?
The graduation rate of Harlem High School is 88%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Harlem High School?
1,318 students attend Harlem High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Harlem High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harlem High School?
Harlem High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harlem High School offer ?
Harlem High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harlem High School part of?
Harlem High School is part of Columbia County School District.
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