Best Schools in Claxton, Georgia
5 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Claxton by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Claxton High School
High · Evans County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Second Chance
High · Evans County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Claxton Elementary School
Elementary · Evans County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Claxton for 2026 are Claxton High School (4.8/10), Second Chance (3.8/10), and Claxton Elementary School (3.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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
5
in this city
Avg Score
3.7
out of 10
Median Home
$142,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
3.7
out of 10
Median Home
$142,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Claxton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Claxton High School | 4.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Second Chance | 3.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Claxton Elementary School | 3.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Claxton Middle School | 2.8 / 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
- 3.7/10
- Median household income
- $54,239
- Median home value
- $142,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 65%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Claxton compares
Georgia rank
#240 of 240
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-2.6
below Georgia avg (6.3)
Median household income
$54k
78% of Georgia median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Claxton, Georgia
Claxton, Georgia is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 3.7 out of 10, schools in Claxton face significant challenges 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 Claxton is Claxton High School with a composite score of 4.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Claxton is served by 2 school districts: Department of Juvenile Justice, Evans County. These districts collectively serve 2,220 students.
Claxton's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $54,239. The poverty rate in the area is 18.2%.
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 | 866 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 385 students · 6th–8th | 2.8 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 488 students · 9th–12th | 4.8 |
| 2 | 59 students · 6th–12th | 3.8 |
| 3 | 6 students · 5th–12th | — |
Schools in Claxton
Claxton, Georgia · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$54,239
Median Home Value
$142,800
Median Rent
$715/mo
Population
11,167
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Community Profile
Claxton has a median household income of $54,239. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $142,800, with a median rent of $715/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.2%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Georgia
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 3
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Claxton, Georgia
How many schools are in Claxton, Georgia?
Claxton has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Claxton, Georgia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Claxton is 3.7 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 Claxton, Georgia?
The top-ranked school in Claxton on MySchoolScout is Claxton High School with a composite score of 4.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Claxton, Georgia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Claxton on MySchoolScout is Claxton Elementary School with a composite score of 3.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Claxton, Georgia?
The top-ranked middle school in Claxton on MySchoolScout is Claxton Middle School with a composite score of 2.8/10.
What is the best high school in Claxton, Georgia?
The top-ranked high school in Claxton on MySchoolScout is Claxton High School with a composite score of 4.8/10.
How many school districts serve Claxton, Georgia?
Claxton is served by 2 school districts: Department of Juvenile Justice, Evans County.
What is the education level in Claxton, Georgia?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Claxton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Claxton, Georgia?
The median household income in Claxton is approximately $54,239 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Claxton, Georgia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Claxton is 14.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Claxton, 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.