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Griffin High School

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1617 W Poplar St
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About the School

Griffin High School (GHS) is a public high school located in Griffin, Georgia, serving students in grades 9-12 as part of the Griffin-Spalding County School District. Established in 1914, GHS has an enrollment of 1,479 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.85:1. The school is led by Principal Herbert Chambers and features the motto *Sapere aude* ("Dare to Know"), with green and gold colors and a grizzly bear mascot. GHS offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes Advanced Placement? courses, catering to a range of academic needs. The school emphasizes a supportive environment for both academic and extracurricular development, promoting creativity, physical education, and career readiness. GHS has a rich history of academic and athletic achievements and boasts a diverse community of students and staff, with notable alumni in various fields, including professional sports, education, and public service. The campus includes the historic Sam Bailey Building, recognized on the N

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School Information

School Type
Public
School Level
High
School Status
Open
Charter School
No
District
Griffin-Spalding County
County
Spalding County
Low Grade
09
High Grade
12
ID

School Identifiers

NCES School ID
130252001092
State School ID
GA-726-0187
NCES District ID
1302520
State District ID
GA-726
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Education Statistics

Students
1505.00000
Teachers
85.90000
Student / Teacher Ratio
17.5200000
Free Lunch
1485.00000
Reduced Lunch
0.00000
Directly Certified
473.00000
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