5,433
Preschools
2,783
Elementary Schools
1,489
Middle Schools
1,140
High Schools
2,250
Public District Schools
4,823
Private Schools
7,172
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
June 02, 2024
This school doesn’t seem to know how to deal with IEP’s or keep parents informed. There is constant bullying that doesn’t get dealt with. The teachers that are good aren’t paid well enough for them to... More
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Woodland High School
Parent / Guardian
June 02, 2024
I love the school. It is a great learn way
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The Champion Middle Theme School
Parent / Guardian
June 02, 2024
My son just completed his 6th grade year at McClure and I can’t say enough about how amazing the school has been. The AC classes provided a challenge that he was missing at the elementary level.... More
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Mcclure Middle School