For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,925 students in Cartersville, GA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Cartersville, GA are Cartersville High School and Woodland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cartersville, GA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Georgia public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 43% statewide average). High schools in Cartersville have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public high schools.
Cartersville, GA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Georgia average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Woodland High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Georgia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public high school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Cartersville, GA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cartersville High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
320 E Church St
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 382-3200
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 382-3200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,469 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Woodland High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
800 Old Alabama Rd Se
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 606-5870
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 606-5870
Gr: 9-12 | 1,456 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Cartersville, GA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Cartersville, GA include Cartersville High School and Woodland High School.
How many public high schools are located in Cartersville?
2 public high schools are located in Cartersville.
What is the racial composition of students in Cartersville?
Cartersville public high schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public high schools average of 65% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Cartersville are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Cartersville include: Woodland High School vs. Cartersville High School, Cartersville High School vs. Woodland High School
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