For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,161 students in Blackshear, GA (there are 1 private school, serving 97 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Blackshear, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in Blackshear, GA are Pierce County High School, Midway Elementary School and Pierce County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Blackshear, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Georgia public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Blackshear have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 64% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Blackshear, GA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pierce County High School
Magnet School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4850 County Farm Rd
Blackshear, GA 31516
(912) 449-2055
Blackshear, GA 31516
(912) 449-2055
Grades: 9-12
| 1,033 students
Rank: #22.
Midway Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3244 Midway Church Rd
Blackshear, GA 31516
(912) 807-0084
Blackshear, GA 31516
(912) 807-0084
Grades: PK-5
| 489 students
Rank: #33.
Pierce County Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5216 County Farm Rd
Blackshear, GA 31516
(912) 449-2077
Blackshear, GA 31516
(912) 449-2077
Grades: 6-8
| 827 students
Rank: #44.
Blackshear Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5217 Ga Highway 121
Blackshear, GA 31516
(912) 449-2088
Blackshear, GA 31516
(912) 449-2088
Grades: PK-5
| 812 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Blackshear, GA?
The top ranked public schools in Blackshear, GA include Pierce County High School, Midway Elementary School and Pierce County Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Blackshear?
4 public schools are located in Blackshear.
What percentage of students in Blackshear go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Blackshear are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Blackshear?
Blackshear public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 64% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Blackshear are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Blackshear include: Midway Elementary School vs. Blackshear Elementary School, Blackshear Elementary School vs. Midway Elementary School
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