QUITMAN COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL

Quitman County High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Quitman County school district, located in Georgetown, GA with about 113 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 7 teachers, Quitman County High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Quitman County High School, located in Georgetown, Georgia, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Quitman County School District. As a small, rural school, it focuses on providing a personalized learning environment where students can receive individual attention from faculty and staff. The school operates under the mission of fostering academic growth and character development, aiming to prepare its student body for success in post-secondary education, the military, or the workforce.

The school is an integral part of the local community, emphasizing a close-knit culture that bridges the gap between home and the classroom. Through the Quitman County School District’s website, the high school provides resources for families, including updates on athletics, extracurricular activities, and district-wide academic initiatives. By leveraging its smaller size, Quitman County High School strives to create a supportive atmosphere that helps students overcome the challenges often faced by rural districts while striving to meet state educational standards.

For more information, contact Quitman County High School at (229) 334-4298 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.