For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,569 students in Atkinson County, GA.
The top ranked public schools in Atkinson County, GA are Willacoochee Elementary School, Atkinson County High School and Pearson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Atkinson County, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Georgia public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Atkinson County have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Atkinson County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Willacoochee Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
430 Vickers St S
Willacoochee, GA 31650
(912) 534-5302
Willacoochee, GA 31650
(912) 534-5302
Grades: PK-5
| 162 students
Rank: #22.
Atkinson County High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
145 Rebel Ln
Pearson, GA 31642
(912) 422-3267
Pearson, GA 31642
(912) 422-3267
Grades: 9-12
| 450 students
Rank: #33.
Pearson Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
563 King St N
Pearson, GA 31642
(912) 422-3882
Pearson, GA 31642
(912) 422-3882
Grades: PK-5
| 621 students
Rank: #44.
Atkinson County Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
145 Rebel Ln
Pearson, GA 31642
(912) 422-3267
Pearson, GA 31642
(912) 422-3267
Grades: 6-8
| 336 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Atkinson County, GA?
The top ranked public schools in Atkinson County, GA include Willacoochee Elementary School, Atkinson County High School and Pearson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Atkinson County?
4 public schools are located in Atkinson County.
What is the racial composition of students in Atkinson County?
Atkinson County public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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