Fast Facts

Graduation Rate

The district graduation rate is 90%, higher than the state average.

Budget

The Dougherty County Board of Education lowered the property tax rate in Dougherty County to levels not seen since 2002.

Growing our Own

The Dougherty County School System has the first registered Teacher Apprenticeship Program recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor in Georgia.

School Safety

Did you know that the district is making historic investments for school safety including upgrading camera systems and using the very latest technology to keep our students, employees and guests safe?

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Vision:

The Dougherty County School System is a destination school system that, in partnership with families and community partners, provides quality educational and social development experiences that empower its graduates to be successful and impactful contributors to society.

Mission:

The Dougherty County School System meets the academic and nonacademic needs of its students with rigorous and relevant educational experiences that equip them to succeed in life.