5,433
Preschools
2,783
Elementary Schools
1,488
Middle Schools
1,140
High Schools
2,249
Public District Schools
4,823
Private Schools
7,171
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Georgia based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Georgia at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in Georgia offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in Georgia
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Gwinnett County School District
177,401 students | LAWRENCEVILLE, GA
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 140 schools -
Cobb County School District
107,379 students | MARIETTA, GA
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 111 schools -
Dekalb County School District
93,470 students | DECATUR, GA
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 132 schools -
Fulton County School District
90,300 students | ATLANTA, GA
Grades PK, K-12 | 108 schools -
Clayton County School District
52,149 students | JONESBORO, GA
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 67 schools
Reviews From Schools in Georgia
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Parent / Guardian
May 21, 2024
We sent our child to KingsRidge when we moved to Georgia to continue their private faith based education. Not a good experience at all. The middle school is a hot mess and we are told the high... More
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King's Ridge Christian School
Parent / Guardian
May 21, 2024
Absolutely adore this school! My daughter has been there for three years and the staff is exceptional. She loves all of her teachers and I’ve never had a problem with anyone! Awesome school!
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Avery Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 21, 2024
HORRIBLE GA Pre-K program! It only serves as a day care facility. My child went here for Pre-K and we had the worst experience. The teacher wasn’t present for the first week and then ended up quitting... More
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Legacy Academy-Suwanee Dam