Wayne County High School

School Overview
Wayne County High School, located in Jesup, Georgia, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the Wayne County School District. As a comprehensive public high school, it is committed to preparing students for life beyond graduation by offering a robust curriculum that balances core academic requirements with diverse elective opportunities. The school places a strong emphasis on fostering both intellectual growth and character development, aiming to provide a supportive environment where students from various backgrounds can achieve their academic potential.

Beyond the classroom, Wayne County High School is deeply integrated into the local community, maintaining a strong tradition of extracurricular involvement. The school offers a wide array of athletic programs, clubs, and career-technical student organizations, which play a vital role in promoting school spirit and developing leadership skills among the student body. By combining rigorous educational standards with active participation in community-building activities, Wayne County High School strives to equip its students with the necessary tools to become productive, engaged, and successful citizens.
1,576
Total Students
96.1
Full-Time Teachers
16.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
82.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Wayne County High School
Demographic Student Count
White959
Hispanic145
Black370
Asian12
Two or More85
American Indian4
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    959 (60.9%)
  • Black
    370 (23.5%)
  • Hispanic
    145 (9.2%)
  • Two or More
    85 (5.4%)
  • Asian
    12 (0.8%)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.3%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Wayne County
Phone: (912)427-1088
Website: http://www.wayne.k12.ga.us
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,576
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 96.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,294
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 490
Grade 10 393
Grade 11 355
Grade 12 338

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Wayne County High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9490
Grade 10393
Grade 11355
Grade 12338
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Wayne County High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female80751.2%
Male76948.8%