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Douglas County High School

High School · Douglas County

8705 Campbellton St, Douglasville, GA 30134

Enrollment

1,907

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

6.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#1,200 of 2,268

In Douglasville

#6 of 29

public schools

In district

#8 of 35

Douglas County

Academic growth

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Douglas County High School

6.2/10

High School in Douglasville · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Douglas County High School

Douglas County High School is a public high school in Douglasville, GA, part of Douglas County. Douglas County High School serves approximately 1,907 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Douglas County High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,200 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Douglas County High School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • GA avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

42% of students at Douglas County 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.2% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.3% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-8.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.5 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected-1.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
College Readiness7.5Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate84%
AP Participation11.2%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment2.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,179
Chronic Absenteeism41.9%

Douglas County High School — Students at Douglas County High School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

72.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 40.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 58.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
41.8% (2024 GA)

Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
58%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
46%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
39%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
28%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
28%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
29%
ELA
34%
2024
Math
33.2%
ELA
37.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.0/10.

How Douglas County High School Compares

See how Douglas County High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
47th percentile in GA
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 3
Sports
10
4 boys' · 6 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
73%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
112 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered IB Programme
11.2% participation·State avg: 3 AP courses·120 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics10sports offered
4 boys'·6 girls'·35 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

8705 Campbellton St, Douglasville, GA 30134

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Douglas County High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HEIRWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hal Hutchens Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 4.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Beulah Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 3.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Douglasville, see our Douglasville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
HEIRWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Douglasville 0.5 mi 8.1
Stewart Middle School Douglasville 1.1 mi 3.6
Brighten Academy Douglasville 1.0 mi 5.6
Burnett Elementary School Douglasville 1.1 mi 4.5
FIRST BAPTIST GO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Douglasville 1.1 mi 5.7
Eastside Elementary School Douglasville 1.2 mi 3.4
Arbor Station Elementary School Douglasville 2.2 mi 5.1
DOUGLASVILLE SDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Douglasville 2.1 mi
ANGELS IN PROGRESS ACADEMY Douglasville 2.5 mi 5.3
Bright Star Elementary School Douglasville 2.5 mi 5.3
North Douglas Elementary School Douglasville 2.6 mi 6.0
Chestnut Log Middle School Douglasville 2.8 mi 4.3
HARVESTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Douglasville 3.3 mi 6.1
Beulah Elementary School Douglasville 3.2 mi 6.3
Chapel Hill Middle School Douglasville 3.6 mi 5.4
Yeager Middle School Douglasville 3.6 mi 5.0
Chapel Hill Elementary School Douglasville 4.0 mi 5.2
Mount Carmel Elementary School Douglasville 3.5 mi 4.8
Dorsett Shoals Elementary School Douglasville 4.3 mi 6.2
Hal Hutchens Elementary Douglasville 4.4 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30134 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,699

Median Home Value

$244,500

Median Rent

$1,272/mo

Population

46,587

College Educated

25.3%

Homeownership

66.9%

Avg Commute

31.8 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Median Age

35.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Douglas County High School

What grades does Douglas County High School serve?

Douglas County High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Douglas County High School?

Douglas County High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,907 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Douglas County High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Douglas County High School is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Douglas County High School rank in GA?

Douglas County High School ranks #1,200 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Douglas County High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Douglas County High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Douglas County High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Douglas County High School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Douglas County High School a charter school?

No, Douglas County High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Douglas County High School a Title I school?

No, Douglas County High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Douglas County High School?

72.7% of students at Douglas County 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,907
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers (FTE)
112
Free/Reduced Lunch
72.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Douglas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.9%
4-Year Graduation
84.0%

District

Douglas County
District Enrollment
25,770
Schools in District
35
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,179
District Rank
#8 of 35

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