2024 Best School Districts in Georgia

• Buford, GA•

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  Rating 4.49 out of 5  53 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 53 reviews

• grade A+

• Total schools 5

• Students 5,759

• Watkinsville, GA•

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  Rating 4.39 out of 5  44 reviews

Junior: Oconee County Schools is a small, but growing hometown school system. It seems as if every teacher knows your name, and if not that personally then you at least know that someone has your back. Coming from another-much poorer- school system I am very grateful to go to school in a very safe environment. I always know a face everywhere I go, and there is always a helping hand right around the corner. If you were looking into an elementary school I will always recommend Colham Ferry, it is by far the best school in the nation. I feel very confident there is something for every learner in this school system.... Read 44 reviews

• grade A+

• Total schools 11

• Students 8,423

• Cumming, GA•

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  Rating 4.24 out of 5  180 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 180 reviews

• grade A+

• Total schools 41

• Students 52,757

• 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 2,350

• Decatur, GA•

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  Rating 3.94 out of 5  34 reviews

Senior: Kindergarten to Senior year was rough, but worth it. Overall the district is pretty good at preparing students for their future. The elementary schools use the IB curriculum and the middle school uses the IB middle years programme to try to diversify students and to prepare them for the possible IB diploma programme at DHS. CSD administration is annoying and makes useless rules that even faculty dislike. The middle school staff is not very good as it seems like they don't really care about their students. The district is good in requiring a world language (spanish) through almost the entire time. I began learning spanish in kindergarten and I am now a senior, and I speak enough to get around in a Spanish speaking country on my own. The teachers are really good, and some of them even have their Ph.D. I have been with some of the same classmate for the past twelve years, and some people may like that, and some people may not.... Read 34 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 9

• Students 5,637

• Fayetteville, GA•

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  Rating 4.07 out of 5  148 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 148 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 24

• Students 19,941

• Valdosta, GA•

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  Rating 4.13 out of 5  54 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 54 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 11

• Students 10,645

• 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

• Jefferson, GA•

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  Rating 3.89 out of 5  36 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 36 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 4

• Students 4,109

• Calhoun, GA•

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  Rating 4.41 out of 5  32 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 32 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 3

• Students 4,175

• Madison, GA•

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  Rating 4.24 out of 5  42 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 42 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 4

• Students 3,380

• Kingsland, GA•

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  Rating 4.08 out of 5  79 reviews

Senior: Camden County Schools strive for every single student to learn exponentially. I have attended Camden County Schools for 11 years and I have only struggled a few times, but I have never had trouble receiving the help I needed. Along with the amazing education Camden County offers, I also participated in marching band, which also offered lots of voluntary opportunities to help many people in need.... Read 79 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 12

• Students 9,298

• Carrollton, GA•

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  Rating 4.53 out of 5  107 reviews

Senior: I have grown up in this school since Pre-K and I am currently a high school senior at Central High School in the Carroll County Schools cluster. My overall experience has been exceptional, with encouraging faculty, a number of extracurriculars, and a supportive community in every aspect of our school. However, I will say that Central Middle School, in the time that I was there, had incredibly rude faculty that always held grudges towards students based on who their relatives were or past mistakes. These teachers never encouraged anybody to succeed and was more focused on their wellbeing over any of the students'. I would hope to see a change in teachers and structure there or a more student-based, positive environment. Other than that, Central Elementary and Central High School have a flourishing community of students, faculty, and parents alike.... Read 107 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 24

• Students 15,345

• Forsyth, GA•

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  Rating 4.25 out of 5  16 reviews

Senior: AS A STUDENT WHO SPENT THE A LARGE PORTION OF THEIR YEARS ENROLLED IN THE MONOE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT I GOT PLENTY OF FAIR SHARES OF UP'S, AND DOWNS. MIDDLE SCHOOL WAS A STRUGGLE. AS A STUDENT THERE WERE FEW TEACHERS TO RELY ON AS A "FRIEND." THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL I ATTENDED WAS VERY PUSHY WITH BELIEFS ON CHILDREN. THIS WAS TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE. NOW, I AM FINISHING AT MARY PERSONS HIGHLY SCHOOL. MARY PERSONS HAS AMAZING STAFF AND EVEN AS A STUDENT WHO WHINES, THERE POLICY IS GREAT. THE FACILTY IS OUTDATED AND DISGUSTING THOUGH. I HOPE MARY PERSONS SOON GETS CLEANED UP.... Read 16 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 5

• Students 4,305

• Commerce, GA•

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  Rating 4.33 out of 5  21 reviews

Freshman: The Commerce City Schools system has overall been an amazing school to be a part of. One undeniable fact is that when you attend Commerce City's School you are truly a part of a family. The overall atmosphere is so wondrous. You get an overwhelming amount of support, it's so encouraging. With that being said, no school is perfect, Commerce City Schools is no exception. The lack of diversity can be troubling. As an African American female having someone whom you can relate to or someone who looks like you is important, but at Commerce, this is rarely the case, you feel often like an outcast even in the midst of the family environment. Feeling like you have a place where you attend school is important. I often believe this is a very overlooked subject at Commerce City Schools. So, if there is one thing I would like to be changed at Commerce Middle School is the lack of diversity.... Read 21 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 4

• Students 1,757

• 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 4,477

• Franklin, GA•

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  Rating 4.61 out of 5  18 reviews

Alum: I have attended Heard County Schools my entire life- Pre-K through 12. The school has such a homey atmosphere and with the growth of the schools population we have seen so many new clubs and programs that it now seems there is something for everyone. One of the main issues our school system faces is the prioritization of athletic programs. It is no secret that southern schools love their football, but I’m sure everyone could agree that our other programs are well overdue for some attention. Another thing our school could work on is openness and acceptance. The environment is changing, so hopefully it will continue to for the better.... Read 18 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 6

• Students 2,207

• Danielsville, GA•

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  Rating 4.27 out of 5  33 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 33 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 7

• Students 4,944

• 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 28,683

• Cochran, GA•

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  Rating 4.5 out of 5  14 reviews

Alum: Bleckley County Schools does not have as many clubs or resources as other school systems in the area, but it does make up for that by working with the nearby college and with excellent faculty... Read 14 reviews

• grade A minus

• Total schools 5

• Students 2,604

• Marietta, GA•

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  Rating 4.12 out of 5  526 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 526 reviews

• grade A minus

• Total schools 110

• Students 106,970

• Canton, GA•

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  Rating 3.99 out of 5  175 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 175 reviews

• grade A minus

• Total schools 37

• Students 42,049

• Atlanta, GA•

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  Rating 3.96 out of 5  400 reviews

Freshman: I’m using this as a generalization because my actual school is not included. I go to Global Impact Academy. It’s a new magnet program STEM school in south Fulton. Needless to say, it’s a really good school! The teachers are very nice (at least mine are; there are a few teachers that aren’t very popular because of their workload or strictness) and will help you whenever you have a problem. GIA offers many opportunities for their students like international trips (Last year, some students went to Panama), job shadowing/internship opportunities, college tours, other field trips, people connections, etc. Of course, you have to do a little probing for some of those opportunities. Overall, I really enjoy my experience at GIA... Read 400 reviews

• grade A minus

• Total schools 110

• Students 90,355

• Cleveland, GA•

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  Rating 4.13 out of 5  24 reviews

Senior: Some of the students can be trying but most helpful and truly good people. Most of the teachers try really hard to make their students feel safe and happy as well as, give them as much knowledge as they can. As with any school district, there could be improvements, However, I would say this school is one of the best I have ever been in.... Read 24 reviews

• grade A minus

• Total schools 6

• Students 3,788

• Blackshear, GA•

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  Rating 4.5 out of 5  14 reviews

Niche User: The experience at Pierce county high school was that you always had someone to help you though the rough times to make you successful for the future. The teachers where always about learning and making sure you understood everything, if you did not comprehend the subject or course, they would explain it in a different way one on one studying. Couple of things that I really enjoyed being a student at Pierce County High School was everyone was always encouraging other in clubs, sports and even what grade they got on their test finals. Pierce County High School was so focus on the future for there students attending was that they had move on when ready program that allowed juniors and seniors to attend college class to get a jump start on the career, they had their dreams on. The changes I would like to see in the future from being a student there would be more college core classes being a focus in the junior and senior for the students that had difficulties in that class.... Read 14 reviews

• grade A minus

• Total schools 5

• Students 3,566