For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 322 students in 39854, GA.
The top ranked public schools in 39854, GA are Quitman County High School and Quitman County Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39854 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Georgia public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 39854, GA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 39854, GA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Quitman County High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
173 Kaigler Rd
Georgetown, GA 39854
(229) 334-4298
Georgetown, GA 39854
(229) 334-4298
Grades: 9-12
| 121 students
Rank: #22.
Quitman County Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
173 Kaigler Rd
Georgetown, GA 39854
(229) 334-4298
Georgetown, GA 39854
(229) 334-4298
Grades: PK-8
| 201 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 39854, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 39854, GA include Quitman County High School and Quitman County Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 39854?
2 public schools are located in 39854.
What is the racial composition of students in 39854?
39854 public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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