Thomas County Central High School is a high school in unincorporated Thomas County, Georgia, United States, with a Thomasville postal address.
Serving 1,633 students in grades 9-12, Thomas County Central High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher 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 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% 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: 1,633 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas County Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Thomas County Central High School's student population of 1,633 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,633 students
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Thomas County Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas County Central High School is 0.58, 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
#754 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
32%
36%
White
56%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Yellow Jackets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas County Central High School's ranking?
Thomas County Central High School is ranked #754 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Thomas County Central High School often compared to?
Thomas County Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomasville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% 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 Thomas County Central High School?
The graduation rate of Thomas County Central High School is 98%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Thomas County Central High School?
1,633 students attend Thomas County Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Thomas County Central High School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas County Central High School?
Thomas County Central High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thomas County Central High School offer ?
Thomas County Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas County Central High School part of?
Thomas County Central High School is part of Thomas County School District.
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