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 07, 2024
This was my child’s first year at Narvie J Harris and I am so pleased with his growth since the first day. He was very nervous coming in and leaving me for the first time to start pre-k, but his... More
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Narvie Harris Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 07, 2024
The end of the school year is at a close now. The school is amazing. Teachers are kind, loving, and genuinely care for the students The curriculum is strong and I have one wish— teachers come to the... More
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Mount Bethel Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 07, 2024
Major bullying and favortism problem in this school and its administration. My daughter has had the same bully for a year and a half now. No consequences no repremands nothing for this child. While... More
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Heard Elementary School