George County High School

George County School District
9284 HWY 63S
LUCEDALE, MS 39452
1,115 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
George County High School, located in Lucedale, Mississippi, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the George County School District. Committed to fostering academic growth and personal development, the school provides a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The campus offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletic programs, clubs, and service organizations, which play a significant role in promoting school spirit and building a well-rounded student experience.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, the school emphasizes a supportive learning environment that encourages civic responsibility and community engagement. By leveraging resources provided by the George County School District, the high school focuses on equipping its student body with the necessary skills to navigate post-graduation challenges. For those seeking detailed information regarding academic calendars, faculty directories, and specific district policies, the school maintains an official web presence at [gchs.gcsd.schooldesk.net](http://gchs.gcsd.schooldesk.net).
1,115
Total Students
84.2
Full-Time Teachers
13.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
52.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    863 (77.4%)
  • Black
    113 (10.1%)
  • Two or More
    72 (6.5%)
  • Hispanic
    61 (5.5%)
  • Asian
    3 (0.3%)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.3%)
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: George County School District
Phone: (601)947-3116
Website: http://www.gcsd.us/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,115
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 84.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.2
NSLP Participation:1 No
Qualified Free Lunch: 489
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 96

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 310
Grade 10 272
Grade 11 260
Grade 12 273
Gender Ratio
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
GEORGE COUNTY ALTERNATIVE
George County School District
0 Students
9284 Old HWY 63 South
Lucedale, MS 39452 (0.0 miles away)
High School 7th - 12th