Georgia is the #15 largest school system in the United States, serving 1,744,103 students across the 2,328 public schools for the 2026-27 school year (there are 912 private schools, serving 161,330 students). 92% of all K-12 students in Georgia attend public schools, compared to the national average of 90%.
The percentage of students achieving math proficiency in Georgia is 39%. The percentage of students achieving reading proficiency is 40%.
The top-ranked public schools in Georgia are Gwinnett School Of Mathematics- Science And Technology, Kittredge Magnet School, and Britt David Elementary Computer Magnet Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test scores.
Minority enrollment is 66%, with the majority being Black and the student-teacher ratio is 14:1.
Top-Ranked Public Schools in Georgia (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Student Proficiency
Grades
Location
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Gwinnett School Of Mathematics- Science And Technology
(Math: ≥99% | Reading: ≥99%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥99% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥99% (Top 1%)
Grades: 9-12
970 Mcelvaney Ln
Lawrenceville, GA 30044
(678) 518-6700
Lawrenceville, GA 30044
(678) 518-6700
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Kittredge Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥99% | Reading: ≥99%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥99% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥99% (Top 1%)
Grades: 4-6
2383 N Druid Hills Rd Ne
Atlanta, GA 30329
(678) 874-6602
Atlanta, GA 30329
(678) 874-6602
Rank: #33.
Britt David Elementary Computer Magnet Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 98% | Reading: 94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 98% (Top 1%)
Reading: 94% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-5
5801 Armour Rd
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-2617
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-2617
Rank: #44.
Wadsworth Magnet School For High Achievers
Magnet School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 90-94% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Grades: 4-8
3039 Santa Monica Dr
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-2402
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-2402
Rank: #55.
Elite Scholars Academy School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 90% (Top 1%)
Reading: 92% (Top 1%)
Grades: 6-12
7923 Fielder Rd
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(770) 472-2823
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(770) 472-2823
Rank: #66.
Daves Creek Elementary School
(Math: 93% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 93% (Top 1%)
Reading: 85% (Top 1%)
Grades: PK-5
3740 Melody Mizer Ln
Cumming, GA 30041
(770) 888-1222
Cumming, GA 30041
(770) 888-1222
Rank: #77.
Marietta Center For Advanced Academics
(Math: 90% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 90% (Top 1%)
Reading: 87% (Top 1%)
Grades: 3-5
311 Aviation Rd Se
Marietta, GA 30060
(770) 420-0822
Marietta, GA 30060
(770) 420-0822
Rank: #88.
Timber Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 88% (Top 1%)
Reading: 87% (Top 1%)
Grades: PK-5
5000 Timber Ridge Rd
Marietta, GA 30068
(770) 642-5621
Marietta, GA 30068
(770) 642-5621
Rank: #99.
Alliance Academy For Innovation
(Math: 91% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 91% (Top 1%)
Reading: 84% (Top 1%)
Grades: 9-12
1100 Lanier 400 Pkwy
Cumming, GA 30040
(470) 695-7823
Cumming, GA 30040
(470) 695-7823
Rank: #1010.
Heards Ferry Elementary School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 87% (Top 1%)
Reading: 85% (Top 1%)
Grades: PK-5
6151 Powers Ferry Rd
Atlanta, GA 30339
(470) 254-6190
Atlanta, GA 30339
(470) 254-6190
Overview
This State (GA)
US
# Schools
2,328 Schools
100,275 Schools
# Students
1,744,103 Students
49,273,202 Students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Gender %
# Teachers
121,690 Teachers
3,176,873 Teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Student By Grade
State Acdeamy
State Average (GA)
National Average
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
43%
Graduation Rate
84.4%
87%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.72
0.71
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
# American Indian Students
4,113 Students
465,608 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
1%
# Asian Students
89,656 Students
2,805,329 Students
% Asian Students
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
# Hispanic Students
339,145 Students
14,933,117 Students
% Hispanic Students
20%
30%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
# Black Students
627,607 Students
7,261,590 Students
% Black Students
36%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
# White Students
594,802 Students
20,989,063 Students
% White Students
34%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
# Hawaiian Students
1,743 Students
196,826 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
86,250 Students
2,585,768 Students
% of Two or more races Students
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
State Revenue and Spending
This State (GA)
Statewide Total Revenue
$29,690 MM
Showing 2014–2023. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Statewide Total Spending
$28,127 MM
Showing 2014–2023. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Revenue / Student
$17,023
Showing 2014–2023. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Spending / Student
$16,127
Showing 2014–2023. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Best Georgia Public Schools by County (2026-27)
Popular neighborhoods: East Columbus (11 schools), Midtown (10 schools), Buckhead (6 schools), Gwinnett Village (6 schools), Cliftondale (4 schools).
County
# Schools
# Students
% Minority
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Georgia?
The top-ranked public schools in Georgia include Gwinnett School Of Mathematics- Science And Technology, Kittredge Magnet School, and Britt David Elementary Computer Magnet Academy.
How many public schools are located in Georgia?
2,328 public schools are located in Georgia.
What percentage of students in Georgia go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in Georgia attend public schools (compared to the national average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Georgia?
Minority enrollment in Georgia is 66%, with the majority being Black.
Which public schools in Georgia are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Georgia include: Habersham Success Academy vs. Habersham Central High School, Midway Hills Primary vs. Lakeview Primary, Brunswick High School vs. Glynn Academy
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