Best Schools in Carrollton, Georgia
13 schools · 7 Elementary · 2 Middle · 3 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Carrollton?
Use this page to compare every school in Carrollton by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Mount Zion Elementary School
Elementary · Carroll County. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Central Middle School
Middle · Carroll County. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Carrollton High School
High · Carrollton City. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Carrollton for 2026 are Mount Zion Elementary School (7.8/10), Central Middle School (7.7/10), and Carrollton High School (7.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 11 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
13
11 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$231,150
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
13
11 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$231,150
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 7.8/10 despite 83% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.3 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Carrollton schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +5.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Carrollton schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Carrollton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 11 rated schools; 13 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mount Zion Elementary School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Central Middle School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Carrollton High School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Sharp Creek Elementary School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Sand Hill Elementary School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Carrollton Upper Elementary | 6.4 / 10 |
| 7 | Carrollton Middle School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 8 | Carrollton Elementary School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 9 | Central High School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 10 | Central Elementary School | 5.5 / 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
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $66,336
- Median home value
- $231,150
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 26%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 63%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Carrollton compares
Georgia rank
#81 of 243
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.3
above Georgia avg (6.3)
Median household income
$66k
95% of Georgia median
Schools in this city
12
Carroll County runs 64% of Carrollton's public schools
Carrollton touches 2 districts, but Carroll County is the one most addresses actually attend.
Carroll County accounts for 7 of 11 public schools (64%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 4.
Among 11 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.8 to 7.8 — the spread is inside Carrollton, not a citywide average.
- Carroll County7 public · 64%
- Carrollton City4 public · 36%
About Schools in Carrollton, Georgia
Carrollton, Georgia is home to 13 schools, including 11 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Carrollton show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Carrollton is Oak Mountain Academy with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Carrollton is served by 2 school districts: Carroll County, Carrollton City. These districts collectively serve 22,051 students.
Carrollton's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $66,336. The poverty rate in the area is 17.6%.
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
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 705 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.8 | ||
| 2 | 561 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.7 | ||
| 3 | 722 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.6 | ||
| 4 | 745 students · 4th–5th | 6.4 | ||
| 5 | 1,866 students · Pre-K–3rd | 6.1 | ||
| 6 | 989 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.5 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Oak Grove Montessori SchoolPrivate 2 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,028 students · 6th–8th | 7.7 |
| 2 | 1,316 students · 6th–8th | 6.3 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,825 students · 9th–12th | 7.2 |
| 2 | 1,356 students · 9th–12th | 6.0 |
| 3 | 471 students · 9th–12th | 4.8 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oak Mountain AcademyPrivate 179 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Carrollton
Carrollton, Georgia · 13 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$66,336
Median Home Value
$231,150
Median Rent
$1,090/mo
Population
61,554
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
17.6%
Community Profile
Carrollton has a median household income of $66,336. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $231,150, with a median rent of $1,090/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.6%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Georgia
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 3
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Carrollton, Georgia
How many schools are in Carrollton, Georgia?
Carrollton has 13 schools, including 11 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Carrollton, Georgia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Carrollton is 6.6 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 Carrollton, Georgia?
The top-ranked school in Carrollton on MySchoolScout is Mount Zion Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Carrollton, Georgia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Carrollton on MySchoolScout is Mount Zion Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Carrollton, Georgia?
The top-ranked middle school in Carrollton on MySchoolScout is Central Middle School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best high school in Carrollton, Georgia?
The top-ranked high school in Carrollton on MySchoolScout is Carrollton High School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
How many school districts serve Carrollton, Georgia?
Carrollton is served by 2 school districts: Carroll County, Carrollton City.
What is the education level in Carrollton, Georgia?
According to Census data, 26% of adults in Carrollton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Carrollton, Georgia?
The median household income in Carrollton is approximately $66,336 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Carrollton, Georgia?
Yes, Carrollton has 2 private schools alongside 11 public schools. The top-rated private school is Oak Mountain Academy with a score of 8.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Carrollton, Georgia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Carrollton is 14.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Carrollton, 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.