Howard High School is a public secondary school located in the Bibb County School District in Macon, Georgia, United States. Built on the site of a former Christmas tree farm, it opened in 2008. It offers AP classes, Career and Technology programs, a leadership program, and classes for second language learners.
Serving 1,145 students in grades 9-12, Howard 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% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% 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: 1,145 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Howard High School's student population of 1,145 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,145 students
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Year Founded
2008
Colors
White, Black, Maroon
School Calendar
School Rankings
Howard 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 Howard High School is 0.48, 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
#1670 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
71%
36%
White
12%
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
49%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Husky
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howard High School's ranking?
Howard High School is ranked #1670 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Howard High School often compared to?
Howard High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westside High School, Southwest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Howard High School?
The graduation rate of Howard High School is 88%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Howard High School?
1,145 students attend Howard High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Howard High School students are Black, 12% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howard High School?
Howard High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Howard High School offer ?
Howard High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Howard High School part of?
Howard High School is part of Bibb County School District.
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