Appling County High School is a high school in Baxley, Appling County, Georgia, United States. It is part of the Appling County School District. It has approximately 1,000 students and 70 teachers in grades 9-12. The students are 66% white, 30% African-American, and 4% Hispanic.
Serving 1,053 students in grades 9-12, Appling 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 46% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,053 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Appling County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Appling County High School's student population of 1,053 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,053 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Year Founded
1955
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Appling 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 Appling County High School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#771 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
19%
19%
Black
24%
36%
White
53%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pirate
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Appling County High School's ranking?
Appling County High School is ranked #771 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Appling County High School?
The graduation rate of Appling County High School is 94%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Appling County High School?
1,053 students attend Appling County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Appling County High School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 19% 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 Appling County High School?
Appling County High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Appling County High School offer ?
Appling County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Appling County High School part of?
Appling County High School is part of Appling County School District.
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