For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 710 students in Waynesville, GA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Waynesville, GA are Waynesville Primary School and Atkinson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waynesville, GA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in Waynesville have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% 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 Waynesville, GA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waynesville Primary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5726 Old Waynesville Rd
Waynesville, GA 31566
(912) 778-3068
Waynesville, GA 31566
(912) 778-3068
Gr: PK-3 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Atkinson Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4327 Highway 110 E
Waynesville, GA 31566
(912) 778-6098
Waynesville, GA 31566
(912) 778-6098
Gr: 4-6 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Waynesville, GA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Waynesville, GA include Waynesville Primary School and Atkinson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Waynesville?
2 public elementary schools are located in Waynesville.
What is the racial composition of students in Waynesville?
Waynesville public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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