Georgia is the #15 largest school system in the United States, serving 1,744,208 students across the 2,316 public schools for the 2024 school year (there are 880 private schools, serving 158,351 students). 92% of all K-12 students in Georgia are educated in public schools (compared to national average of 90%).
The percentage of students achieving math proficiency in Georgia is 35%. The percentage of students achieving reading proficiency is 39%.
The top ranked public schools in Georgia are Britt David Elementary Computer Magnet Academy, Daves Creek Elementary School and Kittredge Magnet School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Minority enrollment is 63% (majority Black) and the student:teacher ratio is 15:1.
Student by Ethnicity
(GA) School Average
Asian
5%
Hispanic
18%
Black
36%
White
37%
Two or more races
4%
Top Ranked Public Schools in Georgia (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Student Proficiency
Grades
Location
Rank: #11.
Britt David Elementary Computer Magnet Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 92% | Reading: 93%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 92% (Top 1%)
Reading: 93% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-5
5801 Armour Rd
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-2617
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-2617
Rank: #22.
Daves Creek Elementary School
(Math: 92% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 92% (Top 1%)
Reading: 89% (Top 1%)
Grades: PK-5
3740 Melody Mizer Ln
Cumming, GA 30041
(770) 888-1222
Cumming, GA 30041
(770) 888-1222
Rank: #33.
Kittredge Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 98%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 87% (Top 1%)
Reading: 98% (Top 1%)
Grades: 4-6
2383 N Druid Hills Rd Ne
Atlanta, GA 30329
(678) 874-6602
Atlanta, GA 30329
(678) 874-6602
Rank: #44.
Gwinnett School Of Mathematics- Science And Technology
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Reading: 80-89% (Top 1%)
Grades: 9-12
970 Mcelvaney Ln
Lawrenceville, GA 30044
(678) 518-6700
Lawrenceville, GA 30044
(678) 518-6700
Rank: #55.
Big Creek Elementary School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 88% (Top 1%)
Reading: 85% (Top 1%)
Grades: PK-5
1994 Peachtree Pkwy
Cumming, GA 30041
(770) 887-4584
Cumming, GA 30041
(770) 887-4584
Rank: #66.
Elite Scholars School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 80-89% (Top 1%)
Reading: 80-89% (Top 1%)
Grades: 6-12
7923 Fielder Rd
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(770) 472-2823
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(770) 472-2823
Rank: #77.
Johns Creek Elementary School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 90% (Top 1%)
Reading: 80% (Top 1%)
Grades: PK-5
6205 Old Atlanta Rd
Suwanee, GA 30024
(678) 965-5041
Suwanee, GA 30024
(678) 965-5041
Rank: #88.
Simpson Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 85% (Top 1%)
Reading: 81% (Top 1%)
Grades: PK-5
4525 E Jones Bridge Rd
Peachtree Corners, GA 30092
(770) 417-2400
Peachtree Corners, GA 30092
(770) 417-2400
Rank: #99.
Fairyland Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 80-84% (Top 1%)
Reading: 80-84% (Top 1%)
Grades: PK-5
1306 Lula Lake Rd
Lookout Mountain, GA 30750
(706) 820-1171
Lookout Mountain, GA 30750
(706) 820-1171
Rank: #1010.
Level Creek Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 83% (Top 1%)
Reading: 80% (Top 1%)
Grades: PK-5
4488 Tench Rd
Suwanee, GA 30024
(770) 904-7950
Suwanee, GA 30024
(770) 904-7950
Best Georgia Public Schools by County (2024)
County
# Schools
# Students
% Minority
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Georgia?
The top ranked public schools in Georgia include Britt David Elementary Computer Magnet Academy, Daves Creek Elementary School and Kittredge Magnet School.
How many public schools are located in Georgia?
2,316 public schools are located in Georgia.
What percentage of students in Georgia go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in Georgia are educated in public schools (compared to national average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Georgia?
Minority enrollment in Georgia is 63% (majority Black)
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