[Dahlonega, Georgia – September 29, 2026] – Lumpkin County Schools is proud to announce that its Class of 2026 achieved an outstanding 98.08% four-year graduation rate, placing the district third overall among all school systems in the Pioneer Regional Educational Service Agency (RESA) region.
This remarkable achievement far surpasses Georgia’s statewide graduation rate of 88.5%, maintaining Lumpkin County’s long-standing reputation as one of the premier academic school districts in Northeast Georgia.
"Reaching a 98.08% graduation rate is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and resilience of our students, teachers, administrators, and support staff," said Mrs. Sharon Head, Superintendent of Lumpkin County Schools. "Every percentage point represents individual students who have successfully earned their diploma and are prepared for college, career, and life beyond our classrooms. Ranking third in a highly competitive RESA region reinforces that our community's commitment to educational excellence continues to yield real, lasting results."
The Pioneer RESA region includes 15 public school systems across Northeast Georgia. Lumpkin County Schools' continued top-tier placement reflects a sustained focus on early intervention, individualized career path tracking, robust CTAE (Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education) programs, and strong community partnerships.
Key highlights from the Class of 2026 graduation results include:
· Top-Tier Regional Ranking: Securing 3rd place in Pioneer RESA, competing alongside 15 regional school systems.
· Significant State Lead: Beating the Georgia state average (88.5%) by nearly 10 percentage points.
· Sustained High Performance: Continuing a multi-year streak of achieving graduation rates near or above 98%.
School leadership attributes this success to a district-wide culture that ensures no student slips through the cracks, supported by dedicated parents, guardians, and local community members who prioritize student achievement.
For more information about Lumpkin County Schools and its educational programs, please visit www.lumpkinschools.com or call (706) 864-3611.
Pioneer RESA Comparison Chart
District | Class of 2024 Grad Rate |
White County | 99.20% |
Union County | 98.30% |
Lumpkin County | 98.10% |
Habersham County | 97.70% |
Hart County | 97.60% |
Dawson County | 97.10% |
Stephens County | 96.90% |
Rabun County | 96.50% |
Banks County | 96.40% |
Fannin County | 93.60% |
Towns County | 93.20% |
Gainesville City | 92.80% |
Franklin County | 91.20% |
Hall County | 89.60% |
LCHS vs. Georgia Historical Graduation Rates
Year | LCHS Grad Rate | Georgia Grad Rate |
2026 | 98.08% | 88.5% |
2025 | 97.84% | 87.2% |
2024 | 98.31% | 85.4% |
2023 | 99.54% | 84.4% |
2022 | 98.67% | 84.1% |
2021 | 98.41% | 83.7% |
2020 | 96.70% | 83.8% |
2019 | 95.54% | 82.0% |
2018 | 90.00% | 81.6% |
2017 | 89.67% | 80.6% |
2016 | 88.66% | 79.4% |
2015 | 91.78% | 79.0% |
2014 | 82.50% | 72.6% |
2013 | 80.20% | 71.8% |
2012 | 74.91% | 69.7% |