WORTH COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL

Worth County High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Worth County school district, located in Sylvester, GA with about 834 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 55 teachers, Worth County High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Worth County High School, located in Sylvester, Georgia, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Worth County School District. As a central hub for students in the region, the school is committed to fostering academic achievement, personal growth, and community engagement. The campus offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for various post-secondary pathways, including college, vocational training, and the workforce, while providing a variety of extracurricular activities, such as athletics and student organizations, to promote a well-rounded educational experience.

The school places a strong emphasis on maintaining a supportive learning environment that encourages both intellectual curiosity and character development. By leveraging resources provided by the Worth County School District, the faculty and staff work to meet the diverse needs of their student body through rigorous instruction and dedicated support services. For families and community members seeking more information regarding academic calendars, athletic schedules, or district policies, the school maintains an official website that serves as a vital resource for ongoing communication and updates.

For more information, contact Worth County High School at (229) 776-8625 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

406 W King St
Sylvester, GA 31791
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WORTH COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Sylvester, GA with about 834 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Georgia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Worth County
Total Students:
834
Teachers:
55.8
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
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 834 students

White
63.2%
Black or African American
31.7%
Two or more races
2.8%
Hispanic/Latino
1.7%
Asian
0.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
52.6%
Male
47.4%

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.