For the 2026 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 10,413 students in Lagrange, GA (there are 8 private schools, serving 1,191 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in Lagrange, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in Lagrange, GA are Hillcrest Elementary School, Rosemont Elementary School and Long Cane Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lagrange, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Lagrange have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Lagrange, GA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hillcrest Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3116 Robert Hayes Rd
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7940
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7940
Gr: PK-5 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Rosemont Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4809 Hamilton Rd
Lagrange, GA 30241
(706) 812-7954
Lagrange, GA 30241
(706) 812-7954
Gr: PK-5 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Long Cane Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
238 Long Cane Rd
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7948
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7948
Gr: PK-5 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #44.
Hollis Hand Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
641 Country Club Rd
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 883-1580
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 883-1580
Gr: PK-5 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #55.
Long Cane Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
326 Long Cane Rd
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 845-2085
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 845-2085
Gr: 6-8 | 988 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #66.
Troup County High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1920 Hamilton Rd
Lagrange, GA 30241
(706) 812-7957
Lagrange, GA 30241
(706) 812-7957
Gr: 9-12 | 1,272 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #77.
Lagrange High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
516 N Greenwood St
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 883-1590
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 883-1590
Gr: 9-12 | 1,399 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #88.
Bradfield Center - Ault Academy
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1022 E Depot St
Lagrange, GA 30241
(706) 884-1717
Lagrange, GA 30241
(706) 884-1717
Gr: 5-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #99.
Franklin Forest Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Scholar Ln
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 845-7556
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 845-7556
Gr: PK-5 | 690 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #1010.
Callaway Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2200 Hammett Rd
Lagrange, GA 30241
(706) 845-2059
Lagrange, GA 30241
(706) 845-2059
Gr: PK-5 | 638 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #1111.
Ethel W. Kight Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
75 Gordon Rd
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7943
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7943
Gr: PK-5 | 656 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #1212.
Gardner-newman Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
101 S Shannon Dr
Lagrange, GA 30241
(706) 883-1535
Lagrange, GA 30241
(706) 883-1535
Gr: 6-8 | 963 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #1313.
Clearview Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1905 S Davis Rd
Lagrange, GA 30241
(706) 812-7900
Lagrange, GA 30241
(706) 812-7900
Gr: PK-5 | 676 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #1414.
Callaway Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2244 Hammett Rd
Lagrange, GA 30241
(706) 845-2080
Lagrange, GA 30241
(706) 845-2080
Gr: 6-8 | 656 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #1515.
Berta Weathersbee Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Forrest Ave
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 883-1570
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 883-1570
Gr: PK-5 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1616.
The Hope Academy School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
200 Mooty Bridge Rd
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7988
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7988
Gr: 6-12 | 83 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Lagrange, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in Lagrange, GA include Hillcrest Elementary School, Rosemont Elementary School and Long Cane Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Lagrange?
16 public schools are located in Lagrange.
What percentage of students in Lagrange go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Lagrange are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Lagrange?
Lagrange public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Lagrange are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Lagrange include: Troup County High School vs. Lagrange High School, Lagrange High School vs. Troup County High School, Gardner-newman Middle School vs. Long Cane Middle School
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