Model High School is a public high school in Shannon, Georgia, United States. It serves grades 8–12 in the Floyd County School District. Shannon is in the school's attendance boundary.
Serving 915 students in grades 8-12, Model High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 915 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Model High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Model High School's student population of 915 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
915 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1901
School Rankings
Model High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Model High School is 0.32, 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
#319 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
6%
36%
White
82%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Model High School's ranking?
Model High School is ranked #319 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Model High School often compared to?
Model High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rome High School, Armuchee High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Model High School?
The graduation rate of Model High School is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Model High School?
915 students attend Model High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Model High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Model High School?
Model High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Model High School offer ?
Model High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Model High School part of?
Model High School is part of Floyd County School District.
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