For the 2024-25 school year, there are 18 public schools serving 16,260 students in Barrow County, GA (there are 2 private schools, serving 1,002 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Barrow County, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in Barrow County, GA are Dove Creek Elementary School, Mulberry Elementary School and Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Barrow County, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Georgia public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Barrow County have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 64% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Barrow County (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dove Creek Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7921 Hog Mountain Road
Statham, GA 30666
(706) 310-2019
Statham, GA 30666
(706) 310-2019
Grades: PK-5
| 668 students
Rank: #22.
Mulberry Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
442 E Union Grove Cir
Auburn, GA 30011
(678) 226-7460
Auburn, GA 30011
(678) 226-7460
Grades: PK-5
| 710 students
Rank: #33.
Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1007 Austin Rd
Winder, GA 30680
(678) 425-2903
Winder, GA 30680
(678) 425-2903
Grades: 8-12
| 1,064 students
Rank: #44.
Holsenbeck Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
445 Holsenbeck School Rd
Winder, GA 30680
(770) 307-1540
Winder, GA 30680
(770) 307-1540
Grades: PK-5
| 823 students
Rank: #55.
Bramlett Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
622 Freeman Brock Rd
Auburn, GA 30011
(770) 307-1627
Auburn, GA 30011
(770) 307-1627
Grades: PK-5
| 679 students
Rank: #66.
County Line Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
334 Rockwell Church Rd Nw
Winder, GA 30680
(770) 867-2902
Winder, GA 30680
(770) 867-2902
Grades: PK-5
| 588 students
Rank: #77.
Winder-barrow High School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
272 N 5th Ave
Winder, GA 30680
(770) 867-4519
Winder, GA 30680
(770) 867-4519
Grades: 9-12
| 1,787 students
Rank: #88.
Russell Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
364 W Candler St
Winder, GA 30680
(770) 867-8181
Winder, GA 30680
(770) 867-8181
Grades: 6-8
| 931 students
Rank: #99.
Yargo Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Haymon Morris Rd
Winder, GA 30680
(770) 867-1147
Winder, GA 30680
(770) 867-1147
Grades: PK-5
| 896 students
Rank: #1010.
Kennedy Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 Matthews School Rd
Winder, GA 30680
(770) 867-3182
Winder, GA 30680
(770) 867-3182
Grades: PK-5
| 928 students
Rank: #1111.
Apalachee High School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
940 Haymon Morris Rd
Winder, GA 30680
(770) 586-5111
Winder, GA 30680
(770) 586-5111
Grades: 9-12
| 1,894 students
Rank: #1212.
Bear Creek Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
228 Jefferson St
Statham, GA 30666
(770) 867-2116
Statham, GA 30666
(770) 867-2116
Grades: 6-8
| 673 students
Rank: #1313.
Bethlehem Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
47 Mcelhannon Rd Sw
Bethlehem, GA 30620
(770) 867-2238
Bethlehem, GA 30620
(770) 867-2238
Grades: PK-5
| 850 students
Rank: #1414.
Winder Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
194 Mcneal Rd
Winder, GA 30680
(678) 425-2194
Winder, GA 30680
(678) 425-2194
Grades: PK-5
| 654 students
Rank: #1515.
Statham Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1970 Broad St
Statham, GA 30666
(770) 725-7112
Statham, GA 30666
(770) 725-7112
Grades: PK-5
| 804 students
Rank: #1616.
Haymon-morris Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1008 Haymon Morris Rd
Winder, GA 30680
(678) 963-0602
Winder, GA 30680
(678) 963-0602
Grades: 6-8
| 809 students
Rank: #1717.
Westside Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
240 Matthews School Rd
Winder, GA 30680
(770) 307-2972
Winder, GA 30680
(770) 307-2972
Grades: 6-8
| 736 students
Rank: #1818.
Auburn Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1334 6th Ave
Auburn, GA 30011
(770) 963-7887
Auburn, GA 30011
(770) 963-7887
Grades: PK-5
| 766 students
Barrow County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Alternative School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
54 Star St W
Bethlehem, GA 30620
(770) 867-2900
Bethlehem, GA 30620
(770) 867-2900
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Barrow Prek (Closed 2011)
Special Education School
54 West Star St
Bethlehem, GA 30620
(770) 867-1520
Bethlehem, GA 30620
(770) 867-1520
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Performance Learning Center (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
905 Mulberry Rd
Winder, GA 30680
(770) 868-1072
Winder, GA 30680
(770) 868-1072
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
54 Star St W
Bethlehem, GA 30620
(770) 868-1072
Bethlehem, GA 30620
(770) 868-1072
Grades: 9-12
| 202 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Barrow County, GA?
The top ranked public schools in Barrow County, GA include Dove Creek Elementary School, Mulberry Elementary School and Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy.
How many public schools are located in Barrow County?
18 public schools are located in Barrow County.
What percentage of students in Barrow County go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Barrow County are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Barrow County?
Barrow County public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 64% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Barrow County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Barrow County include: Winder-barrow High School vs. Apalachee High School, Apalachee High School vs. Winder-barrow High School, County Line Elementary School vs. Holsenbeck Elementary School
Recent Articles
College Application Requirement for High School Graduation? DC Weighs Possibility
The article discusses a proposal in Washington D.C. to make college applications a requirement for high school graduation. It examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a policy, including its impact on graduation rates and college attendance. The piece also considers similar initiatives in other states and the debate surrounding this approach
Bribing Students to Get Good Grades: The Debate
This piece explores the controversial practice of offering monetary rewards to students for good grades. It examines studies conducted in various cities, discussing the effectiveness of such programs and the ethical concerns they raise. The article presents arguments from both supporters and critics of this approach to student motivation.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
