What grades does Tift County High School serve?

Tift County High School operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the Tifton area.

Where is Tift County High School located?

Tift County High School is a town school in Tifton, GA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tift County High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Tift County High School is 17.3:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Tifton, GA?

Schools in Tifton include Tift County High School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Tifton area.

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Tift County High School — School Calendar 2026-27

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Tifton, GA 31794

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Upcoming Events

Nov

Sun

TCHS HOSA Pickleball Tournament: Tennis CourtsEvent

Nov

Mon

LOTM BreakfastBreakDistrict-wide

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Nov

Wed

Apply to College Day: Career CenterEvent

Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

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Dec

Mon

LOTM BreakfastBreakDistrict-wide

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Dec

Mon

Winter/Christmas BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Winter/Christmas Break - Tift County Schools

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

2,266

Student:Teacher

17.3:1

Locale

Town

District

Tift County

Econ. Disadvantaged

67.3%

Phone

(229)387-2475

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

26%

22th percentile in GA

Math Proficiency

14%

12th percentile in GA

Graduation Rate

91%

Chronic Absenteeism

13.9%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

10 courses offered

176 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

183 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

310 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

298 test takers

Athletics

23 sports, 38 teams

675 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 17.3:1

Worse than average in GA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

2,235

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

127.83

79% fully certified

Counselors

5.21

Psychologists

0.36000001

Social Workers

0.56999999

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$12,804

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,413

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$15,984

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 21%State 45%Local 34%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

31.7%

Below 150% poverty line

3.0%

Unemployment rate

16.8%

Uninsured residents

16.8%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

854

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

794

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

35%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

252 (32%)

Speech/Language Impairment

126 (16%)

Other Health Impairment

93 (12%)

Autism

89 (11%)

Intellectual Disability

81 (10%)

Emotional Disturbance

27 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

2,207

Current enrollment

Stable(-0% 5yr)

Coming Up

Sun, Nov 1, 2026

TCHS HOSA Pickleball Tournament: Tennis Courts

Event

Mon, Nov 9, 2026

LOTM Breakfast

Check the event notice for time, location, and participation details.

Break

Wed, Nov 11, 2026

Apply to College Day: Career Center

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Tift County. Tift County High School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Tue, Sep 1, 2026	SOFTBALL (V) vs Brookwood (Teacher Appreciation Night)District-wide Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Staff Day	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	School HolidayDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the holiday date and any schedule changes.	Holiday	—
Tue, Sep 8, 2026	Teacher Work Day/Student HolidayDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for workday and holiday dates.	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 14, 2026	LOTM BreakfastDistrict-wide Check the event notice for time, location, and participation details.	Break	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	LOTM BreakfastDistrict-wide Check the event notice for time, location, and participation details.	Break	—
Tue, Oct 13, 2026	Bowen Grad - Senior Product/Cap & Gown Ordering during Lunches	Event	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Fall BreakDistrict-wide Fall Break - Tift County Schools Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	Fall BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Sun, Nov 1, 2026	TCHS HOSA Pickleball Tournament: Tennis Courts	Event	—
Mon, Nov 9, 2026	LOTM BreakfastDistrict-wide Check the event notice for time, location, and participation details.	Break	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Apply to College Day: Career Center	Event	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide Thanksgiving Break - Tift County Schools Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Dec 14, 2026	LOTM BreakfastDistrict-wide Check the event notice for time, location, and participation details.	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter/Christmas BreakDistrict-wide Winter/Christmas Break - Tift County Schools	Break	—
Mon, Jan 11, 2027	LOTM BreakfastDistrict-wide Check the event notice for time, location, and participation details.	Break	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King, Jr. HolidayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Feb 8, 2027	LOTM BreakfastDistrict-wide Check the event notice for time, location, and participation details.	Break	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	President's Day HolidayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Mar 8, 2027	LOTM BreakfastDistrict-wide Check the event notice for time, location, and participation details.	Break	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide Spring Break - Tift County Schools Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Thu, Apr 8, 2027	Val/Sal/Top 10 Reveal	Event	—
Mon, Apr 12, 2027	LOTM BreakfastDistrict-wide Check the event notice for time, location, and participation details.	Break	—
Sat, Apr 17, 2027	Prom: UGA Center	Event	—
Mon, May 10, 2027	LOTM BreakfastDistrict-wide Check the event notice for time, location, and participation details.	Break	—
Mon, May 24, 2027	Post PlanningDistrict-wide Check the notice for planning session schedule and location.	Staff Day	—