The Douglas County School System is celebrating a milestone achievement. For the first time in recent history, Douglas County has surpassed a 90% graduation rate by achieving a 2025 graduation rate of 90.7%.
This rate represents a four percentage point increase from the previous year's rate of 86.7%, placing Douglas County above the state average of 87.2%.
Douglas County's performance reflects a commitment to focused, strategic interventions implemented with dedication and consistency. This commitment is reflected in improved 
graduation rates across every high school:
Alexander High School achieved a 93.7% graduation rate, an increase of 1.2 percentage points
Chapel Hill High School achieved a 94.6% graduation rate, an increase of 2.4 percentage points
Douglas County High School achieved a 94% graduation rate, an increase of 8.2 percentage points
Lithia Springs High School achieved an 81.9% graduation rate, an increase of 1.9 percentage points
New Manchester High School achieved a 89.3% graduation rate, an increase of 6 percentage points
The Georgia Department of Education calculates these four-year graduation rates using the adjusted cohort method required by federal law, which tracks students who enter ninth grade and graduate within four years with a regular high school diploma.
"We are immensely proud that the Douglas County School System has achieved a 90% graduation rate," said Superintendent Dr. Trent North. "This achievement results from targeted strategies designed to support student success. We also fostered additional collaboration among administrators, teachers, and support staff, while cultivating a culture of high expectations in which every employee takes responsibility for student learning outcomes.”
This historic achievement also reflects the dedication of DCSS educators, students and families in supporting student success.
K'Asha Davis, Assistant Superintendent of
Teaching & Learning, emphasized the community impact of this achievement: "Our record graduation rate affirms that every student now holds the key to opportunity. This achievement directly strengthens the local talent pipeline, launching more graduates toward high-demand jobs and sustainable futures."
Looking ahead, the Douglas County School System remains committed to its strategic goal of increasing college and career readiness, with a focus on positively impacting graduation rates.
Dr. North stated that the school system and the Douglas County Board of Education plan to build upon successful strategies while exploring additional approaches to support student achievement.
He explained, saying, “We are dedicated to preparing students for college, career, and life success. Everything we do is for our students, and we will continue working to provide excellent educational opportunities for all students.”
