Serving 1,353 students in grades 9-12, Luella 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 18% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,353 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Luella High School's student population of 1,353 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,353 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Luella High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Luella High School is 0.38, 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
#1345 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
78%
36%
White
6%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Luella High School's ranking?
Luella High School is ranked #1345 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Luella High School often compared to?
Luella High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Locust Grove High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Luella High School?
The graduation rate of Luella High School is 88%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Luella High School?
1,353 students attend Luella High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Luella High School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Luella High School?
Luella High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Luella High School offer ?
Luella High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Luella High School part of?
Luella High School is part of Henry County School District.
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