For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 957 students in Pearson, GA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Pearson, GA are Pearson Elementary School and Atkinson County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pearson, GA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in Pearson have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% 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 Pearson, GA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pearson Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
563 King St N
Pearson, GA 31642
(912) 422-3882
Pearson, GA 31642
(912) 422-3882
Gr: PK-5 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Atkinson County Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
145 Rebel Ln
Pearson, GA 31642
(912) 422-3267
Pearson, GA 31642
(912) 422-3267
Gr: 6-8 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Pearson, GA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Pearson, GA include Pearson Elementary School and Atkinson County Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Pearson?
2 public elementary schools are located in Pearson.
What is the racial composition of students in Pearson?
Pearson public elementary schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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