Serving 1,298 students in grades 9-12, Cairo 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 15% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (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 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,298 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cairo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cairo High School's student population of 1,298 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
School Mascot
Syrupmaker
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
School Calendar
School Colors
Black, Red
School Rankings
Cairo 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 Cairo High School is 0.69, 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
#1643 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
26%
19%
Black
31%
36%
White
39%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cairo High School's ranking?
Cairo High School is ranked #1643 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Cairo High School often compared to?
Cairo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bainbridge High School, Thomas County Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cairo High School?
The graduation rate of Cairo High School is 89%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Cairo High School?
1,298 students attend Cairo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Cairo High School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cairo High School?
Cairo High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cairo High School offer ?
Cairo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cairo High School part of?
Cairo High School is part of Grady County School District.
School Reviews
5 9/20/2018
I have four children, two boys and two girls, all have graduated from Cairo High school in the years 2006, 2010, 2012, 2016. I am extremely happy that they belong to the Syrupmaker family. Their is a proud tradition of academic excellence that permeates all aspects of the school. My children have either completed college or are currently attending now. Much of their drive and determination to excel in learning came directly from the teachers and administration at Cairo High School. And yes, my sons played sports and are now college graduates, teachers, and coaches. My daughters played in the band and are studying to become Nurses. Thank you Cairo High School for reinforcing the what we taught our children at home: Hard work and study, and faith will carry you successfully through life.
2 9/24/2016
While I graduated from this high school, a few decades ago, I am not proud of the direction that the leadership/administration has taken and looking at the statistics it is obvious to me that teaching the children at this school has taken a back seat to petty targeting of the students by the very adults who are there to mentor, guide and groom these children into young adulthood. Instead, sports has taken over the entire school system and taken priority over everything and everybody. The fact that revenue per student has increased and number of graduating students has decreased speaks volumes. Where is this money going? Not toward teaching and developing the minds and futures of the students unless you are playing football or are one of the chosen athletes by the administration.
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