ECHOLS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL

Echols County High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Echols County school district, located in Statenville, GA with about 222 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. 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 15 teachers, Echols County High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Echols County High School, located in Statenville, Georgia, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the rural Echols County School District. As a small, community-focused school, it provides a tight-knit learning environment where students benefit from personalized attention and a strong sense of local connection. The school is committed to fostering academic growth, personal development, and career readiness, catering to a student body that reflects the close-knit, agricultural heritage of the surrounding region.

In addition to its core academic curriculum, Echols County High School offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletic programs and student organizations, which play a central role in school spirit and community engagement. By leveraging its position as the sole high school in the district, the school works closely with families and community stakeholders to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to enter the workforce, military, or higher education. For more detailed information on their specific academic programs, athletics, or district policies, you can visit their official website at http://www.echols.k12.ga.us.

For more information, contact Echols County High School at (229) 559-5413 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.