Burke County High School vs Lumpkin County High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Georgia, United States, 247 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burke County High School
Waynesboro · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,133 students
Lumpkin County High School
Dahlonega · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,125 students
| Measure | Burke County High School Waynesboro, Georgia | Lumpkin County High School Dahlonega, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #335 of 431 | #144 of 431 |
| National rank | #15105 of 16,910 | #9290 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,133 | 1,125 |
| Enrollment | 1,133 | 1,125 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.2% | 44.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 38% |
| city | Waynesboro | Dahlonega |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lumpkin County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.6 vs 21.0).
- •Lumpkin County High School does better on math proficiency (38% vs 21%).
- •Lumpkin County High School does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 23%).
- •Lumpkin County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.2% vs 85.2%).
- •Burke County High School does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 15.4).
- •Burke County High School is the larger school with 1,133 students compared with 1,125.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Burke County High School better than Lumpkin County High School?
On the Success Index (US), Lumpkin County High School ranks higher (46.6 vs 21.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Burke County High School and Lumpkin County High School?
About 247 km in a straight line, between Waynesboro and Dahlonega in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burke County High School: 1,133. Lumpkin County High School: 1,125. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burke County High School and Lumpkin County High School rank in Georgia?
Burke County High School is 335th of 431 and Lumpkin County High School is 144th of 431 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).