Thomasville High School

ths.tcitys.org

797 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Thomasville High School, located in the historic city of Thomasville, Georgia, serves as the flagship secondary institution for the Thomasville City School District. The school is known for its strong emphasis on both academic excellence and a rich tradition of extracurricular involvement. As a hub for the local community, it provides a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether through college preparatory pathways, career-technical education, or advanced placement opportunities.

Beyond the classroom, Thomasville High School is widely recognized for its vibrant school spirit and competitive athletic programs, most notably its storied football program, which is a significant part of the school’s cultural identity. The institution prides itself on fostering a supportive environment that encourages student engagement in arts, leadership organizations, and community service. By balancing a historic legacy with modern educational initiatives, the school continues to be a central pillar in the development of the youth in Thomasville.

797

Total Students

48.8

Full-Time Teachers

16.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

81.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Thomasville High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	286
Hispanic	23
Black	462
Asian	12
Two or More	13
Pacific Islander	1

Black
462 (58.0 %)
White
286 (35.9 %)
Hispanic
23 (2.9 %)
Two or More
13 (1.6 %)
Asian
12 (1.5 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1 %)

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:	Thomasville City
Phone:	(229)225-2634
Website:	http://ths.tcitys.org
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	797
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	48.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	651
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 9 226

Grade 10 211

Grade 11 164

Grade 12 196