Stephens County High School graduated more than 94% of students for the Class of 2024 – 1 percentage point higher than last year, according to school officials.
The graduation rate is calculated using the number of students who graduate within four years from the time they enter high school as freshmen and includes adjustments for student transfers.
The high school’s latest graduation rate (94.6%) was 9.2% higher than the state average of 85.4% and outranked a number of North Georgia school districts in the region.
Surrounding school systems that graduated a lower percentage of students included: Franklin County (86.8%), Hall County (86.9%), Banks County (92.2%), White County (93%) and Rabun County (93.4%).
“We are pleased that the 2024 graduation rate is the highest in our school’s history,” Stephens County High School Principal Jessica Simmons said. “Our team works tirelessly to prepare all students for the opportunities and challenges of tomorrow, and this academic achievement is a testament to their dedication to be ‘all in for all students’ success.’”
Superintendent Connie Franklin also called the newly-released numbers evidence of the commitment exhibited by administrators, teachers and staff.
“We are committed to continuous improvement in all areas and have invested in professional learning for our teachers and in support services for our students,” Franklin said. “We also continue to expand our career pathways, college dual enrollment opportunities, and advanced placement classes to keep high school students focused on future careers and on the importance that graduation has on their future success.”
