Below Average
#1755 of 2,268 schools in GA
Cedar Shoals High School
High School · Clarke County
1300 Cedar Shoals Dr, Athens, GA 30605
Enrollment
1,537
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,537
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#1,755 of 2,268
In Athens
#15 of 21
public schools
In district
#16 of 21
Clarke County
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About Cedar Shoals High School
Cedar Shoals High School is a public high school in Athens, GA, part of Clarke County. Cedar Shoals High School serves approximately 1,537 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cedar Shoals High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,755 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Structured state assessment records for Cedar Shoals High School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- GA avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Cedar Shoals High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
49% of students at Cedar Shoals High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Cedar Shoals High School — Students at Cedar Shoals High School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)
Based on 26 test records from GA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.9/10.
How Cedar Shoals High School Compares
See how Cedar Shoals High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1300 Cedar Shoals Dr, Athens, GA 30605
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cedar Shoals High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Clarke Central High School (rated 6.5/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Foothills Regional High School (rated 4.5/10, 5.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Classic City High School (rated 4.3/10, 4.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Athens, see our Athens schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gaines Elementary School Athens | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Hilsman Middle School Athens | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| ATHENS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Athens | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Barnett Shoals Elementary School Athens | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Whit Davis Road Elementary School Athens | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Barrow Elementary School Athens | 3.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Howard B. Stroud Elementary School Athens | 3.8 mi | 4.4 |
| DOWNTOWN ACADEMY Athens | 3.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Winterville Elementary School Winterville | 4.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Clarke Central High School Athens | 3.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Fowler Drive Elementary School Athens | 4.9 mi | 5.6 |
| ATHENS ACADEMY Athens | 4.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Coile Middle School Athens | 4.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Classic City High School Athens | 4.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary School Athens | 4.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Clarke Middle School Athens | 4.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Bettye Henderson Holston Elementary School Athens | 4.6 mi | 3.6 |
| ATHENS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Athens | 5.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Judia Jackson Harris Elementary Athens | 6.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Foothills Regional High School Athens | 5.9 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,188
Median Home Value
$279,200
Median Rent
$1,104/mo
Population
41,788
College Educated
52.6%
Homeownership
33.9%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
28.1%
Median Age
27.3
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Colquitt County High School Norman Park, GA | 4.8 |
| Luella High School Locust Grove, GA | 4.8 |
| Harlem High School Harlem, GA | 4.7 |
| Baldwin High School Milledgeville, GA | 4.9 |
| Banneker High School College Park, GA | 4.9 |
| Cairo High School Cairo, GA | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cedar Shoals High School
What grades does Cedar Shoals High School serve?
Cedar Shoals High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Cedar Shoals High School?
Cedar Shoals High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,537 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cedar Shoals High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cedar Shoals High School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cedar Shoals High School rank in GA?
Cedar Shoals High School ranks #1,755 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Cedar Shoals High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cedar Shoals High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cedar Shoals High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cedar Shoals High School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cedar Shoals High School a charter school?
No, Cedar Shoals High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cedar Shoals High School a Title I school?
No, Cedar Shoals High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cedar Shoals High School?
74.9% of students at Cedar Shoals High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,537
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 106
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Clarke County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.7%
- Phone
- (706) 546-5375
- 4-Year Graduation
- 74.0%
Resources & Links
District
Clarke County- District Enrollment
- 12,331
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,012
- District Rank
- #16 of 21
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