For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,824 students in Decatur County, GA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Decatur County, GA are Spring Creek Charter Academy, Bainbridge High School and New Beginning Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Decatur County, GA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Georgia public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 43% statewide average). High schools in Decatur County have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public high schools.
Decatur County, GA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is more than the Georgia average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Bainbridge High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Georgia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public high school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Decatur County (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spring Creek Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2501 Vada Rd
Bainbridge, GA 39817
(229) 792-8957
Bainbridge, GA 39817
(229) 792-8957
Gr: K-11 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Bainbridge High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Bearcat Blvd
Bainbridge, GA 39819
(229) 248-2230
Bainbridge, GA 39819
(229) 248-2230
Gr: 9-12 | 1,192 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #33.
New Beginning Learning Center
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1301 E College St
Bainbridge, GA 39819
(229) 243-6827
Bainbridge, GA 39819
(229) 243-6827
Gr: 6-12 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Decatur County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Decatur County Crossroads (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
1301 East College St
Bainbridge, GA 39819
(229) 248-2230
Bainbridge, GA 39819
(229) 248-2230
725 E Louise St
Bainbridge, GA 39819
(229) 248-2212
Bainbridge, GA 39819
(229) 248-2212
Gr: PK-4 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
1947 S West St
Bainbridge, GA 39819
(229) 248-2215
Bainbridge, GA 39819
(229) 248-2215
Gr: PK-4 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
114 Mcgriff Avenue
Attapulgus, GA 39815
(229) 465-3306
Attapulgus, GA 39815
(229) 465-3306
Gr: PK-5 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
725 Potter St
Bainbridge, GA 39819
(229) 248-2253
Bainbridge, GA 39819
(229) 248-2253
Gr: PK-4 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Decatur County, GA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Decatur County, GA include Spring Creek Charter Academy, Bainbridge High School and New Beginning Learning Center.
How many public high schools are located in Decatur County?
3 public high schools are located in Decatur County.
What is the racial composition of students in Decatur County?
Decatur County public high schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public high schools average of 65% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Decatur County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Decatur County include: New Beginning Learning Center vs. Bainbridge High School, Bainbridge High School vs. New Beginning Learning Center
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