Serving 1,220 students in grades 9-12, Shaw 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 19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (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 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,220 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shaw High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Shaw High School's student population of 1,220 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Raider
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,220 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Year Founded
1978
School Rankings
Shaw 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 Shaw 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
#1468 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
17%
19%
Black
55%
36%
White
16%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
14%
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 Shaw High School's ranking?
Shaw High School is ranked #1468 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Shaw High School often compared to?
Shaw High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northside High School, Spencer High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shaw High School?
The graduation rate of Shaw High School is 92%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Shaw High School?
1,220 students attend Shaw High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Shaw High School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shaw High School?
Shaw High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shaw High School offer ?
Shaw High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shaw High School part of?
Shaw High School is part of Muscogee County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/6/2012
We have been very happy with Shaw. The teachers are very invested in the education of the students and have been very kind and caring.
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