Gordon Central High School is a grade 9–12 public high school in Calhoun, Georgia, Gordon County, United States. It enrolls approximately 850 students yearly.
Serving 843 students in grades 9-12, Gordon Central 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 31% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 843 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Gordon Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
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Gordon Central High School's student population of 843 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
843 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Colors
Black, Blue, Silver
School Calendar
Gordon Central 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 Gordon Central High School is 0.53, 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
#1312 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
32%
19%
Black
3%
36%
White
61%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Gordon Central High School's ranking?
Gordon Central High School is ranked #1312 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Gordon Central High School often compared to?
Gordon Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Calhoun High School, Sonoraville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gordon Central High School?
The graduation rate of Gordon Central High School is 96%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Gordon Central High School?
843 students attend Gordon Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Gordon Central High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gordon Central High School?
Gordon Central High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gordon Central High School offer ?
Gordon Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gordon Central High School part of?
Gordon Central High School is part of Gordon County School District.
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