Serving 1,740 students in grades 9-12, Mcintosh High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher 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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,740 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcintosh High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mcintosh High School's student population of 1,740 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Mascot
Chief
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,740 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Year Founded
1981
School Calendar
School Colors
White, Black, Green
School Rankings
Mcintosh High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcintosh High School is 0.66, 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
#87 out of 2204 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
11%
36%
White
54%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
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 Mcintosh High School's ranking?
Mcintosh High School is ranked #87 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Mcintosh High School often compared to?
Mcintosh High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Starrs Mill High School, Sandy Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mcintosh High School?
The graduation rate of Mcintosh High School is 93%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Mcintosh High School?
1,740 students attend Mcintosh High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Mcintosh High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcintosh High School?
Mcintosh High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mcintosh High School offer ?
Mcintosh High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcintosh High School part of?
Mcintosh High School is part of Fayette County School District.
School Reviews
2 9/30/2014
This school has good teachers and a few bad teachers. No different than any other school. Its the parents and the money in this town that make the test scores higher.
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