Serving 1,692 students in grades 9-12, Mountain Education 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,692 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 16% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain Education High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Mountain Education High School's student population of 1,692 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,692 students
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mountain Education 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 Mountain Education 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
#1291 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
23%
20%
Black
4%
36%
White
69%
34%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
16%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain Education High School's ranking?
Mountain Education High School is ranked #1291 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mountain Education High School?
The graduation rate of Mountain Education High School is 16%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Mountain Education High School?
1,692 students attend Mountain Education High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Mountain Education High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mountain Education High School?
Mountain Education High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mountain Education High School offer ?
Mountain Education High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mountain Education High School part of?
Mountain Education High School is part of State Specialty Schools I- Mountain Education High.
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