Best Schools in Baconton, Georgia
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Baconton by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Baconton Community Charter School
Other · State Specialty Schools Ii- Baconton Community Charter Sch. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Mitchell County Elementary School
Elementary · Mitchell County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$124,200
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$124,200
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +14.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Baconton schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Baconton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baconton Community Charter School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Mitchell County Elementary School | 4.8 / 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
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $58,297
- Median home value
- $124,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 84%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Baconton compares
Median household income
$58k
84% of Georgia median
About Schools in Baconton, Georgia
Baconton, Georgia is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Baconton show moderate performance 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 Baconton is Baconton Community Charter School with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Baconton is served by 2 school districts: State Specialty Schools II- Baconton Community Charter Sch, Mitchell County. These districts collectively serve 2,150 students.
Baconton's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $58,297. The poverty rate in the area is 22.9%.
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 | 252 students · 3rd–5th | 4.8 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 901 students · Pre-K–12th | 8.1 |
Schools in Baconton
Baconton, Georgia · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$58,297
Median Home Value
$124,200
Median Rent
$792/mo
Population
3,050
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
84%
Poverty Rate
22.9%
Community Profile
Baconton has a median household income of $58,297. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $124,200, with a median rent of $792/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Georgia
- Elementary
- 1
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Baconton, Georgia
How many schools are in Baconton, Georgia?
Baconton has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Baconton, Georgia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Baconton is 6.4 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 Baconton, Georgia?
The top-ranked school in Baconton on MySchoolScout is Baconton Community Charter School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Baconton, Georgia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Baconton on MySchoolScout is Mitchell County Elementary School with a composite score of 4.8/10.
How many school districts serve Baconton, Georgia?
Baconton is served by 2 school districts: State Specialty Schools Ii- Baconton Community Charter Sch, Mitchell County.
What is the education level in Baconton, Georgia?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Baconton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Baconton, Georgia?
The median household income in Baconton is approximately $58,297 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Baconton, Georgia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Baconton is 10.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Baconton, 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.