Apalachee High School, located near Winder, Georgia, is a public high school and part of Barrow County Schools. The school mascot is the Wildcats. Apalachee High School is a Title I school, with Haymon-Morris Middle School and Westside Middle School serving as feeder schools.
2000: Apalachee High School Opens
Apalachee High School first opened in 2000, marking the establishment of Barrow County's second high school.
September 4, 2024: Mass Shooting at Apalachee High School
On September 4, 2024, a tragic mass shooting occurred at Apalachee High School. The incident resulted in the loss of at least four lives and left nine individuals injured. Law enforcement apprehended a 14-year-old student, who is now facing murder charges in connection with the shooting.
2024: Student Demographics and Enrollment
As of 2024, Apalachee High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,900 students across grades 9-12. The school represents a diverse student body comprising white, Hispanic, Black, and a smaller percentage of Asian students. Notably, almost half of the student population comes from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
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