Clarke Central High School

Clarke Central High School serves 1,842 students in grades 9-12 in Athens, Georgia, operating as a regular public school in Clarke County. With 116 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15.9:1, providing reasonable class sizes for individualized attention. Academically, Clarke Central has room for growth, with 40% of students achieving proficiency in both English Language Arts and mathematics.

The school holds a state ranking of #1340 out of 2271 Georgia high schools, placing it in the 41st percentile statewide. These results reflect opportunities for continued focus on student academic development and achievement. The school draws from a diverse community where 54% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, indicating strong educational values in the area.

The surrounding neighborhood has a median household income of $46,701 and a median home value of $237,200, with a poverty rate of 27.6% that highlights the socioeconomic diversity of families served. Located on South Milledge Avenue, Clarke Central High School sits in the heart of Athens, a vibrant mid-size city known for its rich cultural heritage and as home to the University of Georgia. This urban setting provides students with access to numerous cultural, educational, and extracurricular opportunities within the broader Athens community.