For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 309 students in 39854, GA.
The top-ranked public schools in 39854, GA are Quitman County High School and Quitman County Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39854 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 39854, GA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 39854, GA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Quitman County High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
173 Kaigler Rd
Georgetown, GA 39854
(229) 334-4298
Georgetown, GA 39854
(229) 334-4298
Gr: 9-12 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Quitman County Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
173 Kaigler Rd
Georgetown, GA 39854
(229) 334-4298
Georgetown, GA 39854
(229) 334-4298
Gr: PK-8 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 39854, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 39854, GA include Quitman County High School and Quitman County Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 39854?
2 public schools are located in 39854.
What is the racial composition of students in 39854?
39854 public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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