SOUTHEAST WHITFIELD COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL

Southeast Whitfield County High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Whitfield County school district, located in Dalton, GA with about 1,413 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 79 teachers, Southeast Whitfield County 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.

Southeast Whitfield County High School, located in Dalton, Georgia, is a public secondary institution serving students within the Whitfield County School District. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic environment that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. As part of a district focused on student growth, the school emphasizes a blend of rigorous classroom instruction, extracurricular involvement, and community engagement to foster well-rounded development.

In addition to its core curriculum, Southeast Whitfield High School offers various programs designed to support student interests and career aspirations. The campus serves as a hub for local school spirit and community activity, frequently hosting athletic events and extracurricular organizations. By leveraging resources provided through the Whitfield County school system, the institution strives to maintain a supportive learning culture that encourages students to excel academically while developing the interpersonal skills necessary for life after graduation.

For more information, contact Southeast Whitfield County High School at (706) 226-2753 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1954 Riverbend Rd
Dalton, GA 30721
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SOUTHEAST WHITFIELD COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Dalton, GA with about 1,413 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Georgia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Whitfield County
Total Students:
1,413
Teachers:
79.6
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance 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 1,413 students

Hispanic/Latino
64.8%
White
30.6%
Two or more races
2.0%
Black or African American
1.7%
Asian
0.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
49.8%
Male
50.2%

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.