GEORGE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL

GEORGE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the George County School District school district, located in LUCEDALE, MS with about 1,153 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 77 teachers, GEORGE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

GEORGE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL, located in Lucedale, Mississippi, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the George County School District. Committed to fostering academic growth and personal development, the school provides a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The campus offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletic programs, clubs, and service organizations, which play a significant role in promoting school spirit and building a well-rounded student experience.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, the school emphasizes a supportive learning environment that encourages civic responsibility and community engagement. By leveraging resources provided by the George County School District, the high school focuses on equipping its student body with the necessary skills to navigate post-graduation challenges. For those seeking detailed information regarding academic calendars, faculty directories, and specific district policies, the school maintains an official web presence at [gchs.gcsd.schooldesk.net](http://gchs.gcsd.schooldesk.net).

For more information, contact GEORGE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL at (601) 947-3116 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

9284 HWY 63S
LUCEDALE, MS 39452
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GEORGE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in LUCEDALE, MS with about 1,153 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Mississippi

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,153
Teachers:
77.6
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,153 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending GEORGE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 86% of the student body.

White
85.8%
Black or African American
7.7%
Hispanic/Latino
3.4%
Two or more races
1.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.6%
Asian
0.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
48.0%
Male
52.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.