8.9 avg / 10

Best Schools in Appling, Georgia

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 8.9/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 8.9/10
Median household income: $88,395
Median home value: $294,200
Bachelor's degree or higher: 25%
Avg commute: 30 min
Owner-occupied homes: 86%

How Appling compares

Median household income

$88k

127% of Georgia median

About Schools in Appling, Georgia

Appling, Georgia is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 8.9 out of 10, schools in Appling perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Appling is North Columbia Elementary School with a composite score of 8.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Appling is served by 1 school district: Columbia County. These districts collectively serve 28,854 students.

Appling's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $88,395. The poverty rate in the area is 13.9%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	North Columbia Elementary School 472 students · Pre-K–5th	472	Pre-K–5th	8.9

Schools in Appling

Appling, Georgia · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$88,395

Median Home Value

$294,200

Median Rent

$1,001/mo

Population

6,375

College Educated

25%

Homeownership

86%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

13.9%

Community Profile

Appling has a median household income of $88,395. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $294,200, with a median rent of $1,001/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.9%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Georgia
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 8.9/10

Resources

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School District

Columbia County

30 schools · 28,854 students

Nearby Cities

Harlem (3 schools)

9 mi

Grovetown (8 schools)

Martinez (10 schools)

13 mi

Fort Gordon (1 school)

17 mi

Lincolnton (3 schools)

Hephzibah (10 schools)

23 mi

Warrenton (4 schools)

22 mi

Wrens (1 school)

26 mi

Washington (5 schools)

26 mi

Gibson (2 schools)

29 mi

Other Major Cities in Georgia

Top metros statewide by school count.

Atlanta 216 schools Marietta 80 schools Savannah 73 schools Decatur 59 schools Columbus 58 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Appling, Georgia

How many schools are in Appling, Georgia?

Appling has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Appling, Georgia?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Appling is 8.9 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Appling, Georgia?

The top-ranked school in Appling on MySchoolScout is North Columbia Elementary School with a composite score of 8.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Appling, Georgia?

The top-ranked elementary school in Appling on MySchoolScout is North Columbia Elementary School with a composite score of 8.9/10.

How many school districts serve Appling, Georgia?

Appling is served by 1 school district: Columbia County.

What is the education level in Appling, Georgia?

According to Census data, 25% of adults in Appling have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Appling, Georgia?

The median household income in Appling is approximately $88,395 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Appling, Georgia?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Appling is 13.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Appling, Georgia?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.