News Summary
The latest rankings from U.S. News & World Report highlight Augusta high schools, with Davidson Fine Arts Magnet School leading at 4th in Georgia. Other schools like A.R. Johnson Health Science and Engineering Magnet School and Greenbrier High School also made the list. The rankings reflect the schools’ commitment to college readiness and advanced curriculum offerings. In addition, local achievements in student-athletics and upcoming graduation ceremonies showcase the educational excellence of the Augusta community.
Augusta Ranks Among Top High Schools in Georgia for 2025
The U.S. News & World Report has released its annual rankings of the best high schools in the nation, highlighting several schools in the Augusta area for 2025. Notably, Davidson Fine Arts Magnet School stands out as the highest-ranked institution in Augusta, securing the 4th position in Georgia and 170th in the United States.
Following Davidson is the A.R. Johnson Health Science and Engineering Magnet School, which ranks 18th in Georgia. Other local high schools that made the list include Greenbrier High School at 44th, Richmond County Technical Career Magnet School at 56th, and Lakeside High School, which is positioned at 66th in the state rankings. It is important to note that these rankings do not include high schools from South Carolina.
Ranking Criteria
The rankings by U.S. News & World Report are determined based on a variety of factors. The primary criteria include college readiness, which assesses how well students are prepared for post-secondary education; college curriculum breadth, evaluating the availability and variety of advanced coursework; underserved student performance, which measures the success of students from disadvantaged backgrounds; and state assessment proficiency, focusing on student outcomes in standardized tests.
Additional Recognitions in Augusta
In related news, Kaitlyn Mixon, a student at North Augusta High School, has been acknowledged as this week’s A+ Athlete. Mixon boasts an impressive 4.86 GPA, is actively involved in varsity volleyball and softball, and participates in dual enrollment courses at USC-Aiken. She is also a member of the National Honor Society and Beta Club, serving as the Student Body Vice President.
Nominations for the A+ Athlete accolade can be submitted via email or through a designated form on the organization’s website, providing recognition for outstanding student-athletes in the community.
Upcoming Commencement Ceremonies
As graduation season approaches, several commencement ceremonies are scheduled across local educational institutions. The Aiken Technical College commencement will take place at the USC-Aiken Convocation Center. Meanwhile, Augusta University and Paine College will hold their graduation events at the HEAL Complex on campus.
Augusta Technical College is set for its commencement at Bell Auditorium on June 7. USC-Aiken will hold its graduation on May 7 at the Convocation Center. Furthermore, Columbia County Schools will conduct their graduation ceremonies at Evans Towne Center Park with a contingency plan for the Columbia County Performing Arts Center in case of adverse weather conditions. Lastly, Aiken County Schools will also hold their ceremonies at the USC-Aiken venue from May 28-30.
Conclusion
The recognition of Augusta area high schools and students serves to exemplify the commitment to educational excellence within the community. The robust rankings from U.S. News & World Report not only highlight the achievements of these schools but also point to the potential for student success in higher education.
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Additional Resources
- Augusta Chronicle: Augusta Ranks Among Top High Schools
- WFXG: North Augusta High School’s Kaitlyn Mixon Named A+ Athlete
- Augusta Chronicle: Area High School and College Graduations
- WJBF: North Augusta High Preps for New School Year
- Wikipedia: High School
- Google Search: Best High Schools in Georgia
- Encyclopedia Britannica: High School
- Google News: Augusta High Schools
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