Dr. Joshua W. Murfree, Jr.
Superintendent of Schools
(229) 431-1285 

 

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Fast Facts about the DCSS

  • 26 schools (16 elementary, 6 middle and 4 high schools)
  • 5 learning centers - Pre-Kindergarten, Albany Early College, Gifted Education L.I.F.E. Lab, South Georgia Regional Achievement Center and Oak Tree Psychoeducational Center
     
  • All schools are accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and the Georgia Accrediting Commission (GAC)
     
  • 2009-2010 Enrollment - 15,838
    - 87% African-American
    - 9% Caucasian
    - 4% Other
    - 80% of students are eligible for free or reduced meals
     
  • 1,070 teachers (average 14 years of experience)
  • 198 support and administrative personnel
     
  • 2nd largest employer in Dougherty County
  • Current fiscal year operating budget of $114,830,864
     

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