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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May 12, 2024
This school was a terrible experience, they might say that "We are one of the best schools in the county!" Don't believe that stuff before reading this, first of all the staff are super prejudice,... More
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Otwell Middle School
Parent / Guardian
May 11, 2024
Our two children have gone to the Children’s School since preschool and kindergarten - it has been a wonderful place for them to grow academically and socially/ emotionally.
The campus is beautiful... More
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The Children's School
Parent / Guardian
May 11, 2024
I was initially apprehensive about my son’s transition from Grayson Elementary (which was phenomenal), but Bay Creek’s administration, faculty and staff have restored my faith in education. I... More
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Bay Creek Middle School