For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,850 students in Dahlonega, GA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Dahlonega, GA are Cottrell Elementary School, Long Branch Elementary School and Lumpkin County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dahlonega, GA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in Dahlonega have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public elementary school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Dahlonega, GA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cottrell Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
220 Pine Tree Way
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-3254
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-3254
Gr: PK-5 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Long Branch Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4518 Highway 52 E
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-5361
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-5361
Gr: PK-5 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Lumpkin County Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
152 School Dr
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-6180
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-6180
Gr: 6-8 | 864 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Dahlonega, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lumpkin County Alternative School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
152 School Dr
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-6180
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-6180
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Dahlonega, GA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Dahlonega, GA include Cottrell Elementary School, Long Branch Elementary School and Lumpkin County Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Dahlonega?
3 public elementary schools are located in Dahlonega.
What is the racial composition of students in Dahlonega?
Dahlonega public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Dahlonega are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Dahlonega include: Long Branch Elementary School vs. Cottrell Elementary School, Cottrell Elementary School vs. Long Branch Elementary School
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