Jackson County reports higher graduation rate, rising enrollment and FTE growth
November 08, 2024 | Jackson County, School Districts, Georgia
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Jackson County school officials reported modest gains in graduation rates and notable enrollment growth at a November work session, and explained how changes in full‑time equivalent (FTE) counts affect district funding.
A teaching and learning presenter told the board the district’s overall graduation rate increased by 1.2 percentage points; the presenter said the state’s published rate was 85.4%. The presenter highlighted subgroup gains, reporting a 9.13‑point increase for students with disabilities, a 3.68‑point increase for English learners, and a 2.53‑point increase for economically disadvantaged students.
"We are super excited and proud of the graduation rate for the district," the presenter said, noting the results are part of the College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI) reporting that has begun to publish subgroup green flags.
Dr. Peacock, director of secondary education, reviewed SAT and ACT trends. He said SAT participation held steady while scores dipped slightly in line with state and national patterns; ACT scores also dipped but participation rose from 115 to 196 test takers, which he said is consistent with broader efforts to increase access to college entrance testing. Dr. Peacock described a district assessment day that increased student participation across PSAT, ACT, SAT and ASVAB administrations and announced optional, fee‑based summer ACT/SAT prep courses for interested students.
On enrollment and funding mechanics, a presenter reviewed the fall FTE count and said the district saw an increase of 1,242 students between the 2023 and 2025 counts. The presenter explained that funding is tied to FTE and to weighted services (for example, a 9–12 high school FTE earns the district roughly $3,000 this year), and that special education enrollments yield higher weights.
District staff reported 1,570 active employees (956 certified, 614 classified) and about 813 classroom teachers; 67% of certified staff have at least 10 years' experience and 73% have a master’s degree or higher. Board members asked for clarification on special education identification trends; staff acknowledged the special education population continues to grow.
The district said the graduation rate data were published Oct. 8 on the Georgia Department of Education website.
The board received the report; no formal vote was taken on these academic figures.
A teaching and learning presenter told the board the district’s overall graduation rate increased by 1.2 percentage points; the presenter said the state’s published rate was 85.4%. The presenter highlighted subgroup gains, reporting a 9.13‑point increase for students with disabilities, a 3.68‑point increase for English learners, and a 2.53‑point increase for economically disadvantaged students.
"We are super excited and proud of the graduation rate for the district," the presenter said, noting the results are part of the College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI) reporting that has begun to publish subgroup green flags.
Dr. Peacock, director of secondary education, reviewed SAT and ACT trends. He said SAT participation held steady while scores dipped slightly in line with state and national patterns; ACT scores also dipped but participation rose from 115 to 196 test takers, which he said is consistent with broader efforts to increase access to college entrance testing. Dr. Peacock described a district assessment day that increased student participation across PSAT, ACT, SAT and ASVAB administrations and announced optional, fee‑based summer ACT/SAT prep courses for interested students.
On enrollment and funding mechanics, a presenter reviewed the fall FTE count and said the district saw an increase of 1,242 students between the 2023 and 2025 counts. The presenter explained that funding is tied to FTE and to weighted services (for example, a 9–12 high school FTE earns the district roughly $3,000 this year), and that special education enrollments yield higher weights.
District staff reported 1,570 active employees (956 certified, 614 classified) and about 813 classroom teachers; 67% of certified staff have at least 10 years' experience and 73% have a master’s degree or higher. Board members asked for clarification on special education identification trends; staff acknowledged the special education population continues to grow.
The district said the graduation rate data were published Oct. 8 on the Georgia Department of Education website.
The board received the report; no formal vote was taken on these academic figures.
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