Webster County High School

Summary:

Webster County High School is a small public high school in Preston, Georgia, serving grades 9-12 with a total enrollment of 70 students. The school is part of the Webster County School District, which is ranked 177 out of 203 districts in Georgia and is rated 1 star out of 5 by SchoolDigger.

Webster County High School has consistently underperformed compared to the state average on the Georgia Milestones Assessments, with significantly lower proficiency rates in core subjects like Algebra I, Biology, and United States History. The school's graduation rates have been mixed, ranging from 85.7% to 100% over the past few years. Additionally, the school serves a predominantly low-income student population, with 90.54% to 92.86% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, and its spending per student has fluctuated between $6,700 and $9,159 over the years.

When compared to nearby schools, the differences become more apparent. Schley Middle High School, located about 18 miles away, consistently outperforms Webster County High School on the Georgia Milestones Assessments and has a higher four-year graduation rate. Additionally, Schley Middle High School has a lower percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, suggesting that socioeconomic factors and academic resources may play a significant role in student outcomes. Over the past several years, Webster County High School's statewide ranking has steadily declined, from 196 out of 425 Georgia high schools in 2013-2014 to 410 out of 458 in 2023-2024, indicating that the school is facing significant challenges in providing a high-quality education to its students.


Detail:

Public 9-12

 7168 Washington St
       Preston, GA  31824


(229) 828-3365

District: Webster County

SchoolDigger Rank:
410th of 458 Georgia High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $9,159 Help


Feeder schools for Webster County High School:

Elementary:    Webster County Elementary/Middle School

Student/teacher ratio:  13.2 Help
Number of students:  70

Racial breakdown:

African American:
58.6%
White:
28.6%
Hispanic:
7.1%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  92.9% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Webster County High School ranks worse than 89.5% of high schools in Georgia. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 12.17. (See more...)
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The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at Webster County High School who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.
Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Webster County High School is $9,159.
Schooldigger Rankings:

Webster County High School was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.
SchoolDigger ranks Webster County High School 410th of 458 Georgia public high schools. (See Webster County High School in the ranking list.)

Webster County:

SchoolDigger ranks Webster County 177th of 203 Georgia school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Webster County High School

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Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools GA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2010 21.15 340th 384 11.5%
2011 23.80 348th 402 13.4%
2012 39.75 264th 396 33.3%
2013 56.85 158th 425 62.8%
2014 51.59 196th 425 53.9%
2015 38.21 242nd 435 44.4%
2016 40.29 217th 426 49.1%
2017 44.97 175th 420 58.3%
2018 31.27 278th 428 35.0%
2019 37.92 238th 438 45.7%
2021 38.54 221st 410 46.1%
2022 30.84 270th 429 37.1%
2023 24.08 323rd 442 26.9%
2024 12.17 410th 458 10.5%
See the entire list of Georgia High School Rankings!

Data source: test scores: Georgia Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

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Enrollment information for Webster County High School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2008 23 46 0 1 1 n/a n/a 1 72
2009 41 65 1 1 1 n/a n/a 1 110
2010 52 77 2 2 0 0 1 0 134
2011 37 57 2 4 0 0 1 0 101
2012 46 72 2 2 0 0 2 0 124
2013 44 69 0 4 0 0 2 0 119
2014 53 60 0 4 0 0 3 0 120
2015 49 52 0 3 0 0 4 0 108
2016 48 45 0 8 0 0 4 0 105
2017 53 45 1 8 0 0 4 0 111
2018 37 37 1 12 0 0 4 0 91
2019 37 35 1 10 0 0 4 0 87
2020 31 36 0 8 0 0 2 0 77
2021 36 29 0 6 0 0 3 0 74
2022 30 28 0 5 0 0 3 0 66
2023 20 41 0 5 0 0 4 0 70

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Webster County High School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2008 72 5.3 13.6 69
2009 110 8.3 13.3 67.9
2010 134 8.8 15.2 67.2
2011 101 8.0 12.6 65.3
2012 124 9.0 13.7 78.2
2013 119 8.9 13.3 69.7
2014 120 8.3 14.4 75.8
2015 108 8.0 13.5 75
2016 105 8.0 13.1 58.1
2017 111 8.5 13.0 75.7
2018 91 8.0 11.3 72.5
2019 87 7.0 12.4 75.9
2020 77 7.0 11.0 90.9
2021 74 6.5 11.3 90.5
2022 66 6.2 10.6 n/a
2023 70 5.3 13.2 92.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Webster County High School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2008 72 5.3 13.6 69
2009 110 8.3 13.3 67.9
2010 134 8.8 15.2 67.2
2011 101 8.0 12.6 65.3
2012 124 9.0 13.7 78.2
2013 119 8.9 13.3 69.7
2014 120 8.3 14.4 75.8
2015 108 8.0 13.5 75
2016 105 8.0 13.1 58.1
2017 111 8.5 13.0 75.7
2018 91 8.0 11.3 72.5
2019 87 7.0 12.4 75.9
2020 77 7.0 11.0 90.9
2021 74 6.5 11.3 90.5
2022 66 6.2 10.6 n/a
2023 70 5.3 13.2 92.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Webster County High School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2017 $254 (3.8%) $6,445 (96.2%) $6,700
2018 $524 (6.0%) $8,224 (94.0%) $8,748
2019 $256 (2.8%) $8,903 (97.2%) $9,158

Data source: Georgia Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Webster County High School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 238th of 438 High schoolsRanks 323rd of 442 High schools
 18.7%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
End of Course American Literature and Composition (Webster County High School)5020
 30%
   End of Course American Literature and Composition (Webster County)5020
 30%
   End of Course American Literature and Composition (Georgia)47.338.9
 8.4%
End of Course Coordinate Algebra (Webster County High School)26.911.1
 15.8%
   End of Course Coordinate Algebra (Webster County)26.911.1
 15.8%
   End of Course Coordinate Algebra (Georgia)33.726.4
 7.3%
End of Course Biology (Webster County High School)2429.4
 5.4%
   End of Course Biology (Webster County)2429.4
 5.4%
   End of Course Biology (Georgia)4947.6
 1.4%
End of Course United States History (Webster County High School)26.125
 1.1%
   End of Course United States History (Webster County)26.125
 1.1%
   End of Course United States History (Georgia)48.337.1
 11.2%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students8770
 19.5%
African American3541
 17.1%
American Indian00
Asian10
 100%
Hispanic105
 50%
Pacific Islander00
White3720
 45.9%
Two or More Races44
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients75.9%92.9%
 17%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Webster County High School

Webster County High School ranks in the bottom 10.5% of Georgia high schools.

In the 2022-23 school year, 70 students attended Webster County High School.

Students at Webster County High School are 59% African American, 29% White, 7% Hispanic, 6% Two or more races.

Webster County High School is fed by the following schools:

Elementary : Webster County Elementary/Middle School


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Georgia Department of Education.

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