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Commerce High School

Commerce City · Jackson County · 272 Lakeview Dr, Commerce, GA 30529.0

(706)335-5942

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8/10
#83
Rank 83 out of 384
Top 21%
English Language Arts8/10 · #118 · 70th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #35 · 91st percentile
Science7/10 · #150 · 62nd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Commerce High School punches well above its small-town weight, particularly in math, where it ranks among the top tier of Georgia high schools — a real draw for families who prioritize STEM and want their kids in a focused, tight-knit environment rather than a sprawling suburban campus. Commerce itself is a charming small city in Jackson County, nestled between Athens and the Blue Ridge foothills, with enough small-town character to feel like a real community while still being within easy reach of a major university town. Families who value strong academics without the pressure-cooker atmosphere of a larger metro school will find a lot to like here.

Student Demographics

112 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
68 (61%)
Hispanic
22 (20%)
African American
14 (13%)
Other
8 (7%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged63 (56%)
Students with Disabilities17 (15%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,106
Enrollment
40.59
Teachers (FTE)
27.2:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2.22
Administrators (FTE)

Graduation Rate

96.8%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

7
AP Courses
offered
14.2%
AP Participation
of students
70
AP Enrollment
students

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs6/10 · #180 · 54th percentile

14 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in Georgia.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found