Exciting News from Atlanta: Graduation Rates Soar!

Exciting News from Atlanta: Graduation Rates Soar!

Hello there, Atlanta! It’s time to celebrate some truly fantastic news about our high school seniors. The Georgia Department of Education (GADOE) has just announced that we hit record-high graduation rates for 2024. And boy, are we proud!

What the Numbers Are Telling Us

84.4% in 2023 to a remarkable 85.4% in 2024. That’s a jump of a full percentage point! It might not sound like much at first, but when you consider the thousands of students this affects, it’s a big deal. 190 school districts across Georgia, 115 districts reported graduation rates at or above 90%. And if you think that’s impressive, check this out—44 districts celebrated graduation rates at or above 95%! Wow!

Looking Back Over the Years

18%. That’s a lot more students crossing the stage to get their diplomas!

Spotlight on Southwest Georgia

A Brighter Future Ahead

Why We Should Celebrate

Keep the Momentum Going

What’s Next?

Final Thoughts

That’s the latest scoop on graduation rates! Stay tuned for more updates and let’s keep lifting each other up!