points South Middle School is a secondary school in Jonesboro, Georgia, United States.
Serving 1,232 students in grades 9-12, Mount Zion 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% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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 99% 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: 1,232 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mount Zion High School's student population of 1,232 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,232 students
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Year Founded
1990
Colors
Black, Red
School Rankings
Mount Zion 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 Mount Zion High School is 0.47, 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
#1876 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
26%
20%
Black
68%
36%
White
1%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mighty Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Zion High School's ranking?
Mount Zion High School is ranked #1876 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Mount Zion High School often compared to?
Mount Zion High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jonesboro High School, Mundy's Mill High School, Morrow High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mount Zion High School?
The graduation rate of Mount Zion High School is 91%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Mount Zion High School?
1,232 students attend Mount Zion High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Mount Zion High School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mount Zion High School?
Mount Zion High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mount Zion High School offer ?
Mount Zion High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mount Zion High School part of?
Mount Zion High School is part of Clayton County School District.
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