Best Schools in Appling, Georgia
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Appling by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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North Columbia Elementary School
Elementary · Columbia County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
9.3
out of 10
Median Home
$294,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
9.3
out of 10
Median Home
$294,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +6.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Appling schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Appling
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Columbia Elementary School | 9.3 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 9.3/10
- Median household income
- $88,395
- Median home value
- $294,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
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 9.3 out of 10, schools in Appling perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Appling is North Columbia Elementary School with a composite score of 9.3/10, 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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 472 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.3 |
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.
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- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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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 9.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
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 9.3/10.
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 9.3/10.
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 built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Georgia Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.