Georgetown High School is a 5A public high school located in Georgetown, Texas. It is part of the Georgetown Independent School District located in central Williamson County. GHS is a comprehensive high school. The school was a National Blue Ribbon Award winner in 1994–1995.
Serving 2,024 students in grades 9-12, Georgetown High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,024 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Georgetown High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Georgetown High School's student population of 2,024 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 136 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,024 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
136 teachers
Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
Georgetown High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Georgetown High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5597 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
34%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
56%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Georgetown High School's ranking?
Georgetown High School is ranked #5597 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Georgetown High School often compared to?
Georgetown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East View High School, Belton High School, Harker Heights High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Georgetown High School?
The graduation rate of Georgetown High School is 99%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Georgetown High School?
2,024 students attend Georgetown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Georgetown High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Georgetown High School?
Georgetown High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Georgetown High School offer ?
Georgetown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Georgetown High School part of?
Georgetown High School is part of Georgetown Independent School District.
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