Ware County High School is the only public high school in Ware County, Georgia, United States. It is located in the city of Waycross.
Serving 1,618 students in grades 9-12, Ware County High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,618 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ware County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ware County High School's student population of 1,618 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,618 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ware County High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ware County High School is 0.63, 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
#448 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
39%
36%
White
46%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gator
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ware County High School's ranking?
Ware County High School is ranked #448 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Ware County High School often compared to?
Ware County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pierce County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ware County High School?
The graduation rate of Ware County High School is 86%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Ware County High School?
1,618 students attend Ware County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Ware County High School students are White, 39% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ware County High School?
Ware County High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ware County High School offer ?
Ware County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ware County High School part of?
Ware County High School is part of Ware County School District.
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