For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,113 students in Gilmer County, GA (there are 4 private schools, serving 331 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in Gilmer County, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in Gilmer County, GA are Clear Creek Elementary School, Mountain View Elementary School and Ellijay Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gilmer County, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Georgia public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Gilmer County have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 64% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Gilmer County (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Clear Creek Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
901 Clear Creek School Drive
Ellijay, GA 30536
(706) 276-5010
Ellijay, GA 30536
(706) 276-5010
Grades: K-5
| 596 students
Rank: #22.
Mountain View Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
350 Calvin Jackson Dr
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5100
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5100
Grades: K-5
| 668 students
Rank: #33.
Ellijay Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
32 Mccutchen St
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5020
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5020
Grades: PK-5
| 758 students
Rank: #44.
Clear Creek Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
346 Clear Creek School Dr
Ellijay, GA 30536
(706) 276-5150
Ellijay, GA 30536
(706) 276-5150
Grades: 6-8
| 917 students
Rank: #55.
Gilmer High School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
408 Bobcat Trl
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5080
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5080
Grades: 9-12
| 1,174 students
Gilmer County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1860 S Main St
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5030
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5030
Grades: 5-6
| 675 students
Mountain Innovation Program (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1860 S Main St
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5007
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5007
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
8264 Hwy 52 East
Ellijay, GA 30536
(706) 276-5040
Ellijay, GA 30536
(706) 276-5040
Grades: K-5
| 293 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Gilmer County, GA?
The top ranked public schools in Gilmer County, GA include Clear Creek Elementary School, Mountain View Elementary School and Ellijay Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Gilmer County?
5 public schools are located in Gilmer County.
What percentage of students in Gilmer County go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in Gilmer County are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Gilmer County?
Gilmer County public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 64% (majority Black).
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