METTER HIGH SCHOOL
Metter High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Candler County school district, located in Metter, GA with about 570 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 33 teachers, Metter High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Metter High School, located in Metter, Georgia, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Candler County School District. As a pillar of the local community, the school is dedicated to providing a comprehensive academic environment that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to pursue higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience by integrating core curriculum requirements with various elective opportunities designed to challenge and engage students at different academic levels.
Beyond its academic offerings, Metter High School places a strong focus on student development through extracurricular involvement, including athletics, clubs, and service organizations. By fostering a supportive school culture, the administration and faculty aim to cultivate not only academic proficiency but also character, leadership, and school spirit. For those seeking detailed information regarding the school's calendar, specific programs, athletic schedules, or contact details, the district maintains an official website at http://www.metter.org.
For more information, contact Metter High School at (912) 685-2134 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Metter, GA 30439
(912) 685-2134
http://www.metter.org
METTER HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Metter, GA with about 570 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Georgia
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Candler County
- Total Students:
- 570
- Teachers:
- 33.8
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 570 students
- White
- 50.4%
- Black or African American
- 30.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 16.3%
- Two or more races
- 2.1%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 49.1%
- Male
- 50.9%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.