LEE HIGH SCHOOL 9TH GRADE CAMPUS

Lee High School 9th Grade Campus is a Title I public secondary school that is part of the Lee County school district, located in Leesburg, GA with about 472 students offering grade levels from 8th Grade to 11th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 28 teachers, Lee High School 9th Grade Campus has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Lee High School 9th Grade Campus, located at 370 Leslie Highway in Leesburg, Georgia, serves as a specialized transitional facility within the Lee County School System. By focusing exclusively on first-year high school students, the campus provides a dedicated environment designed to bridge the academic and social gap between middle school and the traditional high school experience. This structured setting allows ninth graders to acclimate to higher academic expectations, develop essential study habits, and form supportive peer networks before moving on to the main campus for their final three years of high school.

The school operates under the broader oversight of the Georgia Department of Education, which oversees the academic standards and accountability measures for public schools across the state. As part of a district committed to student success, the 9th Grade Campus emphasizes foundational learning and personal development, aiming to ensure that students are adequately prepared for the rigor of their sophomore through senior years. By concentrating on this critical foundational year, the school plays a vital role in the long-term graduation success and overall educational trajectory of students in the Lee County community.

For more information, contact Lee High School 9th Grade Campus at (229) 903-3590 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.