Wayne County High School
1,467 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Wayne County High School, located in Jesup, Georgia, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the Wayne County School District. As a comprehensive public high school, it is committed to preparing students for life beyond graduation by offering a robust curriculum that balances core academic requirements with diverse elective opportunities. The school places a strong emphasis on fostering both intellectual growth and character development, aiming to provide a supportive environment where students from various backgrounds can achieve their academic potential.
Beyond the classroom, Wayne County High School is deeply integrated into the local community, maintaining a strong tradition of extracurricular involvement. The school offers a wide array of athletic programs, clubs, and career-technical student organizations, which play a vital role in promoting school spirit and developing leadership skills among the student body. By combining rigorous educational standards with active participation in community-building activities, Wayne County High School strives to equip its students with the necessary tools to become productive, engaged, and successful citizens.
Beyond the classroom, Wayne County High School is deeply integrated into the local community, maintaining a strong tradition of extracurricular involvement. The school offers a wide array of athletic programs, clubs, and career-technical student organizations, which play a vital role in promoting school spirit and developing leadership skills among the student body. By combining rigorous educational standards with active participation in community-building activities, Wayne County High School strives to equip its students with the necessary tools to become productive, engaged, and successful citizens.
1,467
Total Students
90.8
Full-Time Teachers
16.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
88.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 920 |
| Hispanic | 139 |
| Black | 319 |
| Asian | 8 |
| Two or More | 73 |
| American Indian | 4 |
| Pacific Islander | 4 |
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White920 (62.7 %)
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Black319 (21.7 %)
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Hispanic139 (9.5 %)
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Two or More73 (5.0 %)
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Asian8 (0.5 %)
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American Indian4 (0.3 %)
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Pacific Islander4 (0.3 %)
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: | Wayne County |
| Phone: | (912)427-1088 |
| Website: | http://www.wayne.k12.ga.us |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,467 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 90.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 1,294 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
420
Grade 10
412
Grade 11
334
Grade 12
301
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 420 |
| Grade 10 | 412 |
| Grade 11 | 334 |
| Grade 12 | 301 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 689 | 47% |
| Male | 778 | 53% |