Newton High School
2,472 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Newton High School, located in Covington, Georgia, is a prominent secondary institution within the Newton County School System. Serving a diverse student body, the school is dedicated to providing a comprehensive academic experience that balances rigorous coursework with opportunities for extracurricular growth. The campus at 1 Ram Way serves as a hub for the local community, emphasizing its identity through the "Rams" mascot and a strong focus on fostering school spirit, athletic achievement, and civic responsibility among its students.
Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Newton High School offers a variety of programs designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, including advanced placement courses and career-technical education pathways. The school’s administration and faculty place a high priority on student engagement and academic excellence, aiming to cultivate a supportive environment where pupils can develop the skills necessary for their future careers or higher education. For those looking for specific information on school policies, academic calendars, or district-wide initiatives, the school maintains an active web presence at http://newtoncountyschools.org/newtonhigh.
Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Newton High School offers a variety of programs designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, including advanced placement courses and career-technical education pathways. The school’s administration and faculty place a high priority on student engagement and academic excellence, aiming to cultivate a supportive environment where pupils can develop the skills necessary for their future careers or higher education. For those looking for specific information on school policies, academic calendars, or district-wide initiatives, the school maintains an active web presence at http://newtoncountyschools.org/newtonhigh.
2,472
Total Students
113.9
Full-Time Teachers
21.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
91.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 157 |
| Hispanic | 261 |
| Black | 1,949 |
| Asian | 20 |
| Two or More | 76 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 8 |
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Black1,949 (78.8 %)
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Hispanic261 (10.6 %)
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White157 (6.4 %)
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Two or More76 (3.1 %)
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Asian20 (0.8 %)
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Pacific Islander8 (0.3 %)
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American Indian1 (0.0 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Newton County |
| Phone: | (770)787-2250 |
| Website: | http://newtoncountyschools.org/newtonhigh |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 2,472 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 113.9 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 21.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 2,273 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
689
Grade 10
657
Grade 11
613
Grade 12
513
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 689 |
| Grade 10 | 657 |
| Grade 11 | 613 |
| Grade 12 | 513 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 1,214 | 49.1% |
| Male | 1,258 | 50.9% |
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