Burke County High School vs Stephens County High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Georgia, United States, 203 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
Stephens County High School
Toccoa · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,133 students
| Measure | Burke County High School Waynesboro, Georgia | Stephens County High School Toccoa, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #335 of 431 | #196 of 431 |
| National rank | #15105 of 16,910 | #11598 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,133 | 1,133 |
| Enrollment | 1,133 | 1,133 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.2% | 89% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 40% |
| city | Waynesboro | Toccoa |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Stephens County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.5 vs 21.0).
- •Stephens County High School does better on math proficiency (40% vs 21%).
- •Stephens County High School does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 23%).
- •Burke County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.2% vs 89%).
- •Burke County High School does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 14.5).
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 Stephens County High School?
On the Success Index (US), Stephens County High School ranks higher (37.5 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 Stephens County High School?
About 203 km in a straight line, between Waynesboro and Toccoa in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burke County High School: 1,133. Stephens County High School: 1,133. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burke County High School and Stephens County High School rank in Georgia?
Burke County High School is 335th of 431 and Stephens County High School is 196th of 431 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).