At a glance
Reported students
1,869
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
125.9
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.8:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Georgia high enrollment
81st percentile
Compared with 479 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
776
Winder-Barrow High School: 1,869 reported students.
State peer staffing position
39th percentile
14.8:1 reported; state peer median 15.7:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,846
- Teachers (FTE)
- 125.93
- Student–teacher ratio
- 14.7:1
What the reported data says about Winder-Barrow High School
Winder-Barrow High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Winder. It is one of 17 current school records connected to Barrow County. NCES reports 1,869 students for 2024–25.
Among 479 high schools in Georgia with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 1,075 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 81st percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.8:1, close to the Georgia median of 15.7:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (46.1%) and Hispanic or Latino (27.9%). English learners represent 4.8% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 14.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 6 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Winder-Barrow High School
- 1How do the reported 14.8:1 student–teacher ratio and 125.9 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 4.44 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 4.8%
- Students with disabilities
- 14.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 51%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 4.44
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White46.1%
- Hispanic27.9%
- Black14.7%
- Asian6%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.3%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial5%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
6 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Barrow County
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Apalachee High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,949 reported students
Barrow Arts and Sciences Academy
High · Grades 09–12
967 reported students
Russell Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
973 reported students
Haymon-Morris Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
973 reported students
Holsenbeck Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
813 reported students
Westside Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
793 reported students
Public schools near Winder-Barrow High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Russell Middle School Middle · Barrow County | 06–08 | 973 | 0.4 mi |
| Apalachee High School High · Barrow County | 09–12 | 1,949 | 5.1 mi |
| Barrow Arts and Sciences Academy High · Barrow County | 09–12 | 967 | 5.8 mi |
| Jackson County High School High · Jackson County | 09–12 | 2,222 | 7.8 mi |
| Dacula High School High · Gwinnett County | 09–12 | 2,481 | 9.9 mi |
| Mill Creek High School High · Gwinnett County | 09–12 | 2,782 | 10 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Winder-Barrow High School
What grades does Winder-Barrow High School serve?
Winder-Barrow High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Barrow County.
How many students attend Winder-Barrow High School?
Winder-Barrow High School reported 1,869 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 81st percentile among 479 Georgia high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,846 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Winder-Barrow High School?
The calculated ratio is 14.8:1, based on 1,869 students and 125.9 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Georgia median for the same school level is 15.7:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Winder-Barrow High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Winder-Barrow High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Barrow County attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Winder-Barrow High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
51% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Winder-Barrow High School in?
Winder-Barrow High School is part of Barrow County, based in Winder, GA, which operates 17 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Winder-Barrow High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Russell Middle School (0.4 mi), Apalachee High School (5.1 mi), Barrow Arts and Sciences Academy (5.8 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.