What grades does Southeast Whitfield County High School serve?

Southeast Whitfield County High School operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the Dalton area.

Where is Southeast Whitfield County High School located?

Southeast Whitfield County High School is a urban school in Dalton, GA.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Southeast Whitfield County High School is 17.2:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Dalton, GA?

Schools in Dalton include Southeast Whitfield County High School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Dalton area.

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Southeast Whitfield County High School — School Calendar 2026-27

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

1,512

Student:Teacher

17.2:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Whitfield County

Econ. Disadvantaged

84.3%

Phone

(706)226-2753

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

19%

10th percentile in GA

Math Proficiency

30%

43th percentile in GA

Graduation Rate

91%

Chronic Absenteeism

10.2%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

11 courses offered

117 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

179 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

49 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

134 test takers

Athletics

19 sports, 27 teams

445 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 17.9:1

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

2,220

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

81.26

91% fully certified

Counselors

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$13,284

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,977

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$15,690

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 17%State 52%Local 31%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$245,361

+1.4% 1yr+43.8% 5yr

Dalton, GA metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

24.5%

Below 150% poverty line

5.7%

Unemployment rate

18.1%

Uninsured residents

26.4%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

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

Total Students Served

2,186

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

2,076

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

914 (44%)

Other Health Impairment

379 (18%)

Autism

289 (14%)

Speech/Language Impairment

205 (10%)

Intellectual Disability

87 (4%)

Emotional Disturbance

31 (1%)

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

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,453

Current enrollment

Stable(+4% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Aug 7, 2026

First Day of School

Event

Fri, Aug 7, 2026

GKIDS 2.0 Testing Window Opens (Year Long Assessment)

exam

Mon, Sep 7, 2026

Labor Day

Holiday

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day No School - Whitfield County Schools	Holiday	—
Tue, Sep 8, 2026	Student Holiday Student Holiday - Whitfield County Schools	Holiday	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Student Holiday Student Holiday - Whitfield County Schools	Holiday	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Break Thanksgiving Break - Whitfield County Schools	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Christmas Break Christmas Break - Whitfield County Schools	Break	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King Jr. Day No School - Whitfield County Schools	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Winter Break Winter Break - Whitfield County Schools	Break	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Spring Break Spring Break - Whitfield County Schools	Break	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	Last Day of School Last Day of School - Whitfield County Schools	Event	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southeast Whitfield County High School

Southeast Whitfield County High School currently enrolls 1,512 students across High grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in GA.