Bleckley County

The Bleckley County school district in Georgia consists of 5 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools (one of which is an alternative school). The district has a mix of strong-performing and more challenged schools, with some standout academic achievements as well as areas for improvement.

Bleckley County High School is the clear academic leader in the district, consistently ranking in the top 25% of Georgia high schools with a 4-star rating. The school boasts an impressive 98.6% four-year graduation rate and strong test scores that outperform the county and state averages across multiple subjects and grade levels. In contrast, the Bleckley County Success Academy, an alternative high school, has the highest free/reduced lunch rate in the district at 71.7% and lower academic performance.

The Bleckley Middle School also stands out, with a 4-star rating and exceptional performance on Milestones Assessments, particularly in Algebra I where 96% of students are proficient. The elementary schools in the Bleckley County district have the highest free/reduced lunch rates, around 70%, which may be contributing to lower test scores compared to the middle and high schools. The district will need to explore ways to provide additional support and resources to address these socioeconomic disparities and ensure equitable opportunities for all students.