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Upson-Lee High School

Public | 9-12 | 1380 students
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Posted October 4, 2009
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Upson Lee High School has heart and spirit.
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Posted November 14, 2006
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My third child is at Upson Lee high school now. I can't believe the difference in the leadership now compared to 6 years ago. The reason parent involvement is so low is because you are not encouraged to be involved. I feel hopeless as a parent. The quality of education isn't the problem, its the response you get when you try to get involved.
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Posted November 25, 2005
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I spent approximately 3 years working at this school. The principal, Mr. Hendrix, is dedicated and motivated toward school improvement and keeping kids in school. The staff is very capable, and children can expect a high quality education, if they are willing to put forth the effort required. Discipline problems were dealt with appropriately. Though I'm happy where I am, I do miss the faculty of UL.
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The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 91% in 2011.

307 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
86%

2010

 
 
85%

2009

 
 
84%
Math

The state average for Math was 84% in 2011.

301 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
78%

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
89%
Science

The state average for Science was 93% in 2011.

311 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
86%

2009

 
 
81%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 80% in 2011.

312 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
77%

2009

 
 
83%
Scale: % at or above passing

About the tests

In 2010-2011 Georgia administered the Georgia High School Graduation Test (GHSGT) in English language arts, math, science and social studies to students in grade 11. The GHSGT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Georgia. Students must pass all parts of the GHSGT in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to pass the test.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

Writing

The state average for Writing was 93% in 2012.

277 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
91%

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
93%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests

In 2011-2012 Georgia administered the Georgia High School Writing Test (GHSWT) to students in grade 11. The GHSWT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Georgia. Students must pass the GHSWT in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to pass the test.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

9th Grade Literature

The state average for 9th Grade Literature was 84% in 2012.

315 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
79%

2011

 
 
81%

2010

 
 
72%
Algebra I

The state average for Algebra I was 63% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a
American Literature

The state average for American Literature was 89% in 2012.

312 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
83%

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
80%
Biology

The state average for Biology was 73% in 2012.

356 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
61%

2011

 
 
54%

2010

 
 
53%
Economics

The state average for Economics was 77% in 2012.

303 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
66%

2011

 
 
66%

2010

 
 
64%
Geometry

The state average for Geometry was 74% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a
Integrated Math 1

The state average for Integrated Math 1 was 65% in 2012.

330 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
63%

2011

 
 
52%

2010

 
 
54%
Integrated Math 2

The state average for Integrated Math 2 was 54% in 2012.

335 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
48%

2011

 
 
47%

2010

 
 
41%
Physical Science

The state average for Physical Science was 78% in 2012.

311 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
77%

2011

 
 
63%

2010

 
 
74%
U.S. History

The state average for U.S. History was 68% in 2012.

306 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
52%

2011

 
 
65%

2010

 
 
63%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests

In 2011-2012 Georgia administered End-of-Course Tests (EOCT) in 9th grade math levels 1 and 2, biology, United States history, physical science, American literature and economics. The EOCT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 58% 46%
Black 39% 38%
Hispanic 2% 10%
Asian/Pacific Islander 1% 3%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Limited English proficient 0%N/A5%
Economically disadvantaged 52%N/A50%
Students with disabilities 15%N/A12%
Source: GA Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 16N/A14
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

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Thomaston, GA 30286
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