Terrell High School

Terrell County
201 Greenwave Blvd
Dawson, GA 39842
309 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Terrell High School, located at 201 Greenwave Blvd in Dawson, Georgia, serves as a primary educational institution for the Terrell County School District. As the home of the "Greenwave," the school is central to the local community, focusing on providing secondary education that prepares students for post-secondary opportunities, including college and career readiness. The school emphasizes academic growth while fostering a supportive environment that encourages student participation in both extracurricular activities and school spirit.

The institution operates under the broader mission of the Terrell County School System, which prioritizes student achievement, effective instruction, and the development of responsible citizens. Through its official website, the school maintains communication with families and stakeholders, providing essential information regarding academic calendars, district policies, and athletic programs. By integrating traditional curriculum with modern educational goals, Terrell High School strives to equip its student body with the necessary tools to succeed in a competitive global landscape.
309
Total Students
19.8
Full-Time Teachers
15.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
76.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • Black
    284 (91.9 %)
  • White
    20 (6.5 %)
  • Two or More
    3 (1.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    2 (0.6 %)
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: Terrell County
Phone: (229)995-2544
Website: http://www.terrell.k12.ga.us
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 309
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 19.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 236
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 83
Grade 10 66
Grade 11 75
Grade 12 85
Gender Ratio