Serving 848 students in grades 8-12, Pepperell High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 848 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pepperell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pepperell High School's student population of 848 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
848 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pepperell High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pepperell High School is 0.39, 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
#815 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
8%
36%
White
77%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pepperell High School's ranking?
Pepperell High School is ranked #815 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Pepperell High School often compared to?
Pepperell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rome High School, Model High School, Armuchee High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pepperell High School?
The graduation rate of Pepperell High School is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Pepperell High School?
848 students attend Pepperell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Pepperell High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pepperell High School?
Pepperell High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pepperell High School offer ?
Pepperell High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Pepperell High School part of?
Pepperell High School is part of Floyd County School District.
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