Mount Zion High School is a public high school, part of the Carroll County School System, located west of Carrollton, Georgia, United States and serving the community of Mount Zion, Georgia. The school's mascot is the Eagle.
Serving 471 students in grades 9-12, Mt. Zion High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt. Zion High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mt. Zion High School's student population of 471 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
471 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1939
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Mt. Zion High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt. Zion High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#688 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
16%
19%
Black
11%
36%
White
67%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt. Zion High School's ranking?
Mt. Zion High School is ranked #688 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Mt. Zion High School often compared to?
Mt. Zion High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School, Temple High School, Carrollton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mt. Zion High School?
The graduation rate of Mt. Zion High School is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Mt. Zion High School?
471 students attend Mt. Zion High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Mt. Zion High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt. Zion High School?
Mt. Zion High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mt. Zion High School offer ?
Mt. Zion High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mt. Zion High School part of?
Mt. Zion High School is part of Carroll County School District.
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