For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,298 students in 39828, GA.
The top ranked public high school in 39828, GA is Cairo High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 39828 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Georgia public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 39828, GA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 39828 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Georgia average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cairo High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Georgia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public high school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 39828, GA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cairo High School
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
455 5th St Se
Cairo, GA 39828
(229) 377-2222
Cairo, GA 39828
(229) 377-2222
Grades: 9-12
| 1,298 students
39828, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Crossroads Alternative (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
575 6th Ave Se
Cairo, GA 39828
(229) 378-1222
Cairo, GA 39828
(229) 378-1222
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 39828, GA?
The top ranked public high schools in 39828, GA include Cairo High School.
How many public high schools are located in 39828?
1 public high schools are located in 39828.
What is the racial composition of students in 39828?
39828 public high schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public high schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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