Serving 1,353 students in grades 9-12, Long County 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 40% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is equal to the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% 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: 1,353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Long County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Long County High School's student population of 1,353 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,353 students
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Colors
Blue Tide
School Calendar
School Rankings
Long County 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 Long County High School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#851 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Hispanic
19%
20%
Black
30%
36%
White
39%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.5%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Long County High School's ranking?
Long County High School is ranked #851 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Long County High School often compared to?
Long County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bradwell Institute, Johnson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Long County High School?
The graduation rate of Long County High School is 91%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Long County High School?
1,353 students attend Long County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Long County High School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Long County High School?
Long County High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Long County High School offer ?
Long County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Long County High School part of?
Long County High School is part of Long County School District.
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