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Best Baxley Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,266 students in Baxley, GA (there are 2 private schools, serving 163 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in Baxley, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in Baxley, GA are Altamaha Elementary School, Appling County High School and Appling County Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Baxley, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Baxley have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Baxley, GA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Altamaha Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
344 Altamaha School Rd
Baxley, GA 31513
(912) 367-3713
Gr: PK-5 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Appling County High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
482 Blackshear Hwy
Baxley, GA 31513
(912) 367-8610
Gr: 9-12 | 1,013 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Appling County Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
680 Blackshear Hwy
Baxley, GA 31513
(912) 367-8640
Gr: PK-5 | 1,113 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #44.
Appling County Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2997 Blackshear Hwy
Baxley, GA 31513
(912) 367-8630
Gr: 6-8 | 759 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Baxley, Georgia

Baxley, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Appling County Learning Center #3 (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
302 East Allen Street
Baxley, GA 31513
(912) 367-8600
Baxley Wilderness Institute High School (Closed 2014)
1510 Deens Landing Rd
Baxley, GA 31513
(912) 367-3383
Gr: 8-11 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Cedarwood Psychoeducational Program (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
500 Thomas Street
Baxley, GA 31513
(912) 739-8888
Discovery Place Parent Resource Center (Closed 2011)
Special Education School
73 Harvey St Unit B
Baxley, GA 31513
(912) 367-8821

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Baxley, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in Baxley, GA include Altamaha Elementary School, Appling County High School and Appling County Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Baxley?
4 public schools are located in Baxley.
What percentage of students in Baxley go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in Baxley are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Baxley?
Baxley public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Baxley are often viewed compared to one another?

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