For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 4,356 students in Newnan, GA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Newnan, GA are Northgate High School and Newnan High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Newnan, GA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Georgia public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 43% statewide average). High schools in Newnan have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Georgia public high schools.
Newnan, GA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Georgia average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Northgate High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Georgia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public high school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Newnan, GA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northgate High School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3220 Fischer Rd
Newnan, GA 30265
(770) 463-5585
Newnan, GA 30265
(770) 463-5585
Gr: 9-12 | 2,142 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Newnan High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
190 Lagrange St
Newnan, GA 30263
(770) 254-2880
Newnan, GA 30263
(770) 254-2880
Gr: 9-12 | 2,214 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Newnan, GA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Newnan, GA include Northgate High School and Newnan High School.
How many public high schools are located in Newnan?
2 public high schools are located in Newnan.
What is the racial composition of students in Newnan?
Newnan public high schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public high schools average of 65% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Newnan are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Newnan include: Newnan High School vs. Northgate High School, Northgate High School vs. Newnan High School
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