Serving 2,773 students in grades 9-12, Osborne 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 27% (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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,773 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 68% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Osborne High School's student population of 2,773 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 175 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Mascot
Cardinal
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,773 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
175 teachers
Year Founded
1892
School Calendar
School Rankings
Osborne 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 Osborne High School is 0.50, 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
#1669 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
66%
19%
Black
26%
36%
White
5%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
68%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Osborne High School's ranking?
Osborne High School is ranked #1669 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Osborne High School often compared to?
Osborne High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Cobb 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 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Osborne High School?
The graduation rate of Osborne High School is 68%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Osborne High School?
2,773 students attend Osborne High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Osborne High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Osborne High School?
Osborne High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Osborne High School offer ?
Osborne High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Osborne High School part of?
Osborne High School is part of Cobb County School District.
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