WARE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL

Ware County High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Ware County school district, located in Waycross, GA with about 1,548 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 105 teachers, Ware 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.

Ware County High School, located at 700 Victory Drive in Waycross, Georgia, serves as the primary public high school for students within the Ware County School District. As a comprehensive institution, the school is dedicated to preparing its diverse student body for post-secondary success, offering a blend of rigorous academic coursework, career technical education (CTE) pathways, and a wide variety of extracurricular opportunities. The school is known for its strong emphasis on community spirit and local pride, often serving as a central hub for district-wide athletic events and student engagement activities.

Academically, Ware County High School strives to balance traditional college-preparatory instruction with hands-on learning experiences designed to meet the demands of the modern workforce. The faculty and administration focus on fostering a supportive environment that encourages student growth, leadership, and personal responsibility. By integrating extracurricular programs—such as competitive athletics, arts, and various academic clubs—the school aims to provide a well-rounded educational experience that helps students develop the skills necessary to excel both within the classroom and in their future professional lives.

For more information, contact Ware County High School at (912) 287-2351 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

700 Victory Dr
Waycross, GA 31503
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WARE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Waycross, GA with about 1,548 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Georgia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Ware County
Total Students:
1,548
Teachers:
105.1
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
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 1,548 students

White
52.8%
Black or African American
36.1%
Hispanic/Latino
7.0%
Two or more races
3.3%
Asian
0.8%

Female
50.3%
Male
49.7%

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.