For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,460 students in Adel, GA (there are 1 private school, serving 167 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Adel, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public school in Adel, GA is Cook High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Adel, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Adel have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Adel, GA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cook High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9900 Highway 37
Adel, GA 31620
(229) 896-2213
Adel, GA 31620
(229) 896-2213
Gr: 9-12 | 895 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: n/an/a
1512 N. Elm Street, Sparks, GA
Adel, GA 31620
(229) 549-6250
Adel, GA 31620
(229) 549-6250
Gr: 3-5 | 787 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: n/an/a
1531 Patterson St
Adel, GA 31620
(229) 549-7713
Adel, GA 31620
(229) 549-7713
Gr: PK-2 | 778 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Adel, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1200 North Hutchinson Street
Adel, GA 31620
(229) 896-2294
Adel, GA 31620
(229) 896-2294
Gr: 9-12 | 790 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Adel, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in Adel, GA include Cook High School.
How many public schools are located in Adel?
3 public schools are located in Adel.
What percentage of students in Adel go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Adel are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Adel?
Adel public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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