North Murray High School is a high school located in Chatsworth, Murray County, Georgia, United States. It is part of the Murray County School System. North Murray's mascot is the Mountaineer, and North Murray is the only high school in Georgia to have that mascot. The school colors are black and gold.
Serving 999 students in grades 9-12, North Murray High School ranks in the top 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 29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher 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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 999 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Murray High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
North Murray High School's student population of 999 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
999 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Motto
Committed to Student Success... No Exceptions, No Excuses!
School Rankings
North Murray 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 North Murray High School is 0.41, 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
#1019 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
25%
19%
Black
1%
36%
White
73%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mountaineers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Murray High School's ranking?
North Murray High School is ranked #1019 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are North Murray High School often compared to?
North Murray High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Murray County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Murray High School?
The graduation rate of North Murray High School is 98%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend North Murray High School?
999 students attend North Murray High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of North Murray High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Murray High School?
North Murray High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Murray High School offer ?
North Murray High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Murray High School part of?
North Murray High School is part of Murray County School District.
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