Telfair County High School

Telfair County
458 S Third Ave
Mc Rae Helena, GA 31055
408 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Telfair County High School, located in McRae-Helena, Georgia, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Telfair County School District. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic experience that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The curriculum is designed to meet state standards while fostering a supportive environment that encourages student growth, critical thinking, and civic responsibility.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Telfair County High School emphasizes the importance of a well-rounded education by providing various extracurricular activities, including athletics, clubs, and career-technical education (CTE) programs. By integrating technology into the classroom and maintaining a focus on community involvement, the school aims to create a culture of excellence and high expectations for all students. Its mission centers on empowering learners to become productive and engaged citizens within the local community and the broader global society.
408
Total Students
31.9
Full-Time Teachers
12.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
95.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    189 (46.3 %)
  • Black
    170 (41.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    32 (7.8 %)
  • Two or More
    12 (2.9 %)
  • Asian
    4 (1.0 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2 %)
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: Telfair County
Phone: (229)868-6096
Website: http://tchs.telfairschools.org/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 408
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 31.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 388
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 9 124
Grade 10 103
Grade 11 96
Grade 12 85
Gender Ratio
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Telfair Alternative Preparation School
Telfair County
17 Students
212 Huckabee St
Mc Rae Helena, GA 31055 (1.4 miles away)
High School 6th - 12th