2023 Best School Districts in Georgia

• Buford, GA•

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  Rating 4.46 out of 5  50 reviews

Senior: I first moved to Buford City Schools in 6th grade, but the overly friendly environment emphasized by students and staff made my middle school and high school experiences very nice. The school system has a culture of encouraging not only strong academic potential, but also growth in athletics and the arts. Being at Buford has allowed me to further my potential and achieve so much more than i could possibly achieve at any other school!... Read 50 reviews

• grade A+

• Total schools 5

• Students 5,468

• Watkinsville, GA•

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  Rating 4.43 out of 5  42 reviews

Niche User: As a resident of Oconee Co. for 30+ yrs., and a retired Public School Administrator of Georgia, I will Boldly state that the Oconee Co. System is as good or better than any Public School system you will find to raise and educate your children. Do your research.. this system has been in the Top 5-10% for the past 18+ years. Discipline issues are such that neither of the 2 High Schools & 2 Middle Schools require a School Resource/Police Officer. That in itself speaks volumes..! Academics are excellent! Athletics A+. The community is a great place to live.... Read 42 reviews

• grade A+

• Total schools 11

• Students 8,224

• Cumming, GA•

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  Rating 4.23 out of 5  178 reviews

Senior: The teachers and counselors in Forsyth County Schools are fantastic. They always know how to help you and solve any issues you might have. Teachers have very accessible office hours and by the end of the year, I’m proud to call them my friends. Forsyth County Schools also have phenomenal opportunities to join clubs, extracurriculars, and sports. While these are a large part of a students daily life, this school system also prioritizes academics and college readiness. I would wholeheartedly recommend Forsyth County Schools!!!... Read 178 reviews

• grade A+

• Total schools 39

• Students 51,152

• Decatur, GA•

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  Rating 3.94 out of 5  32 reviews

Senior: Decatur High School has a lot to offer in terms of student involvement in the community. Because City Schools of Decatur has only one high school, students from across the city come together. This allows for a huge variety in opinions and ideas. I greatly value the broad perspective Decatur has given me. The arts department in particular is thriving! The school put on 2 musicals this year, as well as 2 straight plays. The teachers in the arts department are clever and care quite a bit for their students! The administration can be a little aggravating, as they don't really take action in student cases unless you campaign very loudly, but there are other routes students can take to get help. Overall, there's lots of support and activities available for students at decatur and I would absolutely recommend it!... Read 32 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 9

• Students 5,792

• Fayetteville, GA•

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  Rating 4.07 out of 5  147 reviews

Parent: We moved to Fayetteville, Georgia from California in March of 2021. We chose our new home, based on the wonderful things we had learned about the schools while researching different areas in Georgia. Everything I had read about the Fayette County schools is true! We were greeted last spring by the kindest staff at Braelinn Elementary School. We instantly felt welcomed by the administration, office staff, and teachers. They anticipated our needs and questions and went above and beyond to make sure we felt at home. This year we have become part of the family at Rising Starr Middle School in Fayette County. They welcomed parents and students by hosting a very informative question and answer meeting as well as a tour of the campus. We felt informed and ready to start the new year! The campus is so clean and the staff has implemented protocols to ensure the staff and students’ safety during the COVID pandemic. Our experience in these two Fayette County schools has been excellent!... Read 147 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 24

• Students 19,912

• Bremen, GA•

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  Rating 4.42 out of 5  38 reviews

Alum: The Bremen community is a very close knit community. It is a very small town, and as a result, there is very much community involvement from everyone whether that be parents, students, or extended family. I would say it is a great school for any Christians looking for likeminded people, however, it could definitely use some diversity. I believe more inclusivity for the LGBTQ+ community as well as minorities would be helpful. The teachers at this school are wonderful and very qualified. They are always available for help, and I have never seen them leave a student behind.... Read 38 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 4

• Students 2,287

• Jefferson, GA•

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  Rating 4 out of 5  34 reviews

Senior: I enjoyed the people of Jefferson and there are many opportunities for different career paths. The teachers are amazing and make the experiences worth while! The only thing I would change about the school would be the cateria food.... Read 34 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 4

• Students 3,960

• Carrollton, GA•

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  Rating 4.78 out of 5  54 reviews

Junior: I am a junior at Carrollton high school and have been in the school system since pre-k. All of my years in the system have been great. The teachers mostly seem to be involved in the education of their students, with a willingness to help. The school is very diverse, and I feel as though all the students are respected in the level that they deserve. The campus is very open, and has a very high level of comfort and safety as we as students navigate the campus throughout the day. The administration has rules in place that I feel like apply in all circumstances to help make the system maintain a great environment for the students. The teachers are great! As a student, I can see their dedication to their job and their excitement while teaching in their own convenient and beneficial way. Overall, I rate the Carrollton city school system as excellent.... Read 54 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 4

• Students 5,528

• Valdosta, GA•

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  Rating 4.11 out of 5  53 reviews

Alum: I liked the Experience for the most part. The teachers would be helpful resources at times and some even showed enthusiasm in their lessons and I really appreciated that at the time I went to Lowndes. The football games were the best the though with the hype behind the games the atmosphere was amazing! The food could have been better at times. I wouldn't say that it was terrible but I will say that there was moments I would have preferred to pack a lunch. Overall the Lowndes High School experiance was nothing short of an amazing joy ride and I couldn't have picked a better High school to have attend... Read 53 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 11

• Students 10,590

• Madison, GA•

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  Rating 4.32 out of 5  41 reviews

Senior: There are a lot of great things about Morgan County. The sports, people, friends, academics, facilities, and much more. My favorite thing about Morgan County is the people. If you walked into one of our schools, you would be greeted by smiling faces. Everyone is the system is friendly. It feels like you are all part of one big family. Also, another thing I love about Morgan County is the sports. All of our teams are good, and there is never a dull moment at one of our games. The whole school is at every game of every team to support them also. I usually attend a game at least once a week, either being Baseball, Soccer, or Football. I was at every single Basketball game because I was on the team. While I was on the team, I created a bond with the boys on the team that will never be broken. They feel like my second family to me. We are also playing in a brand-new sold-out gym at every home game. Without being said my experience throughout all of our schools has been absolutely amazing.... Read 41 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 4

• Students 3,242

• Cartersville, GA•

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  Rating 4.4 out of 5  15 reviews

Alum: Cartersville City Schools is a great school system to attend in Bartow County. The teachers are hands on with students, and often try to help their students achieve to the highest standards possible.... Read 15 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 4

• Students 4,578

• Evans, GA•

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  Rating 4.22 out of 5  69 reviews

Senior: Great academic environment with motivated and determined students and teachers, as well as college/future-focused curriculum!... Read 69 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 31

• Students 28,266

• Danielsville, GA•

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  Rating 4.25 out of 5  32 reviews

Freshman: My year at Madison County High School was awesome! I absolutely enjoyed my freshman year, and i’m sure others did as well. I have been honored to attend here. I enjoy the teachers and students that surround me everyday. This is a school I truly enjoy waking up and looking forward to attending each and everyday. I sometimes even wish to come on the weekends. I am looking forward to spending the rest of my three years here. One thing I do wish to see change here, is the overall academic validation and that staff would actually honor the students who are in top of their things a lot more.... Read 32 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 7

• Students 4,971

• Forsyth, GA•

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  Rating 4.27 out of 5  15 reviews

Senior: This school is very nice and seems to actually care about the students. The staff there shows a genuine effort to push the students to graduate. They give out so much help to each and every student. One thing I particularly don’t like about the school system is that it’s a little too much on the stricter side of things. If any “senior pranks” have happened, they would immediately be punished when it’s a tradition. Overall, it’s a good, nice school to go to.... Read 15 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 5

• Students 4,188

• Kingsland, GA•

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  Rating 4.06 out of 5  78 reviews

Junior: All of the teachers are extremely nice! I attended Camden County Schools my whole life and always felt safe in them and that I was getting the best education available. The staff has always had the student's best interests at heart... Read 78 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 12

• Students 9,127

• Marietta, GA•

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  Rating 4.12 out of 5  519 reviews

Senior: Cobb County School District is the second-largest school district in Georgia, serving over 113,000 students across 114 schools. The district is known for its strong commitment to academic excellence and innovation, offering a wide range of programs and services to meet the diverse needs of its students. Cobb County schools have consistently ranked among the top-performing schools in the state, with high graduation rates and strong college readiness indicators. The district also places a strong emphasis on extracurricular activities and community involvement, providing students with opportunities to develop leadership skills and pursue their passions outside of the classroom. Overall, Cobb County School District is a leading example of quality education in the state of Georgia.... Read 519 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 109

• Students 107,379

• Calhoun, GA•

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  Rating 4.43 out of 5  30 reviews

Senior: I love Calhoun City Schools because it welcomed me with open arms unlike any school before. If I had to complain about anything, I would just say I do not like some of the teachers, but teachers can not be helped and are an issue at every school. Overall, I love Calhoun!... Read 30 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 3

• Students 4,191

• Blairsville, GA•

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  Rating 4.38 out of 5  32 reviews

Parent: From the staff at the primary school all the way over to the school bored, they have the nicest and most understanding people working in this school district. They try really hard to see children strive to do the best they can possibly do. I’m very satisfied with how things run and how safe the school system is because now a days if we lived in a larger city I would probably want to home school my children. Overall good job to everyone!... Read 32 reviews

• grade A minus

• Total schools 5

• Students 2,905

• Carrollton, GA•

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  Rating 4.54 out of 5  104 reviews

Parent: We moved to Carroll County a few years ago and my children began attending Bowdon Elementary School. They have had a phenomenal experience! The teachers have been fabulous, the students were welcoming to my children, and the variety of clubs and experiences the school offers is second to none. I wish we would have moved here sooner!... Read 104 reviews

• grade A minus

• Total schools 24

• Students 14,994

• Suwanee, GA•

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  Rating 4.12 out of 5  646 reviews

Junior: What I like about Gwinnett County Schools is the amount of cultural diversity. As a result of the diversity, I was able to participate in a variety of clubs and organizations that encompassed the diversity mentioned. Gwinnet County has also attempted to keep the community at large informed with regards to racial relations and educational classes to help educate all on biases. In addition to the diversity, I also enjoy the diverse academic programs offered. Gwinnet County has an excellent STEM program where I have participated as a RISE STEM student since freshman year! Our School in addition to our cluster schools won an award for STEM innovation and transformation in 2018! The STEM program helps prepare you for the outside world as the classes offer diverse learning styles from hybrid learning to co-op college classes while in high school. I enjoy and appreciate the differences as it makes learning more effective, interesting and enjoyable!... Read 646 reviews

• grade A minus

• Total schools 139

• Students 181,541

• Atlanta, GA•

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  Rating 3.95 out of 5  391 reviews

Alum: I believe that the schools in Fulton county especially the high school that I attended which was Milton High school was one of the best experiences as a student. I loved this school as it gave me an opportunity to gain friendships and confidence as well as gave me a great relationship with my education as the teachers and staff were completely amazing and helpful in every single way. Overall the school, I believe, has a great support system and program for their students.... Read 391 reviews

• grade A minus

• Total schools 107

• Students 90,300

• Cochran, GA•

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  Rating 4.5 out of 5  14 reviews

Junior: My experience here in Bleckley County has been great. I've been attending Middle Georgia State University since Spring of 2020. The education, support , and resources offered here are truly amazing and I appreciate all of it.... Read 14 reviews

• grade A minus

• Total schools 5

• Students 2,545

• Canton, GA•

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  Rating 3.99 out of 5  171 reviews

Works Here: Great school system with excellent teachers! The school system is always well rated as one of the best schools, The school system has the best interest of the students and faculty in mind when it comes to decisions. Sports and clubs are available at every school to the best of my knowledge. The school system is very safe environment for all stake holders. Our school system has a visionary approach to teaching and learning. I feel our students are prepared to be productive citizens in our society. I truly enjoy teaching in this school system because of the things mention above and the many intangibles offered. Cherokee County School District is a tremendous place for any educator!... Read 171 reviews

• grade A minus

• Total schools 36

• Students 41,373

• Hiawassee, GA•

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  Rating 4.42 out of 5  12 reviews

Senior: Towns County School has been an incredible experience for me throughout the years. The teachers genuinely care about your success and will do whatever they can to help!... Read 12 reviews

• grade A minus

• Total schools 3

• Students 944

• Clarkesville, GA•

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  Rating 3.91 out of 5  23 reviews

Senior: I had a very good experience in the habersham County school district. At the high school level there are many clubs and hopefully there will be more clubs in the future. For example Tome society is not a club offered but at one of the middle schools Jr. Tome Society is. Academics are one of the most important things in Habersham along with student safety. Habersham offers many AP, honors, and regular class. In the class you are challenged to do you best and teacher help is always offered. Diversity is progressing more and more throughout the years. Many people of different ethnicity and races can be found in the district. Student safety is very important to the school system. Habersham County Schools create Raider Report to help ensure safety. Raider Report is a app student can download on there phone to report incidents without having to talk to an administrator face to face. School food could be better, the very sweet lunch staff makes up for it though.... Read 23 reviews

• grade A minus

• Total schools 14

• Students 6,843