Jackson High School vs Locust Grove High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Georgia, United States, 9.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jackson High School
Jackson · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,060 students
Locust Grove High
Locust Grove · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,572 students
| Measure | Jackson High School Jackson, Georgia | Locust Grove High Locust Grove, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #316 of 431 | #261 of 431 |
| National rank | #14742 of 16,910 | #13605 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,060 | 1,572 |
| Enrollment | 1,060 | 1,572 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.6% | 56.4% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 20% |
| city | Jackson | Locust Grove |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Locust Grove High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.8 vs 23.1).
- •Jackson High School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 20%).
- •Locust Grove High does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 35%).
- •Locust Grove High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.4% vs 85.6%).
- •Jackson High School does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 17.9).
- •Locust Grove High is the larger school with 1,572 students compared with 1,060.
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 Jackson High School better than Locust Grove High?
On the Success Index (US), Locust Grove High ranks higher (28.8 vs 23.1 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 Jackson High School and Locust Grove High?
About 9.9 km in a straight line, between Jackson and Locust Grove in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jackson High School: 1,060. Locust Grove High: 1,572. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jackson High School and Locust Grove High rank in Georgia?
Jackson High School is 316th of 431 and Locust Grove High is 261st of 431 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).