Serving 1,623 students in grades 9-12, Cass 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 25% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% 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: 1,623 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cass High School's student population of 1,623 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,623 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cass 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 Cass High School is 0.64, 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
#1380 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
22%
19%
Black
18%
36%
White
53%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Colonel
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cass High School's ranking?
Cass High School is ranked #1380 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Cass High School often compared to?
Cass High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cartersville High School, Woodland High School, Adairsville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cass High School?
The graduation rate of Cass High School is 92%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Cass High School?
1,623 students attend Cass High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Cass High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cass High School?
Cass High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cass High School offer ?
Cass High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cass High School part of?
Cass High School is part of Bartow County School District.
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