Long County

The schools in Long County, Georgia, serve a diverse student population across 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. While the performance of these schools varies, the data reveals some standout institutions and areas for potential improvement.

Long County High School emerges as the top performer, ranking 147 out of 458 Georgia high schools and boasting an impressive 96.1% four-year graduation rate. The school consistently outperforms the state average in several Milestones Assessment subjects, including Algebra I, United States History, and Biology. In contrast, the middle and elementary schools in the district lag behind the state averages in test scores, suggesting room for improvement in areas like English Language Arts and Mathematics.

Across all schools in Long County, the data reveals high rates of free and reduced lunch recipients, ranging from 67.01% at Smiley Elementary School to 72.07% at McClelland Elementary School. This suggests that the district faces significant socioeconomic challenges, which may impact student performance. However, the schools maintain relatively low student-teacher ratios, ranging from 17.5 at Long County Middle School to 19.6 at Smiley Elementary School, indicating a potential strength in the district's educational resources.