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Best Schools in Colquitt, Georgia

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 3
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.0/10
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Choosing a school in Colquitt?

Use this page to compare every school in Colquitt by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Miller County Elementary School

8.0/10

Elementary · Miller County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Miller County High School

7.7/10

High · Miller County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Miller County Middle School

5.2/10

Middle · Miller County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Colquitt for 2026 are Miller County Elementary School (8.0/10), Miller County High School (7.7/10), and Miller County Middle School (5.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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

3

in this city

Avg Score

7.0

out of 10

Median Home

$118,800

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Most improved · 2022 → 2024
Miller County High School

STAAR proficiency rose +7.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Colquitt schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Colquitt

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Miller County Elementary School 8.0 / 10
2 Miller County High School 7.7 / 10
3 Miller County Middle School 5.2 / 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
7.0/10

67% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$59,365

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$118,800

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
21%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
24 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
67%

Of occupied housing units

How Colquitt compares

Georgia rank

#76 of 240

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.7

above Georgia avg (6.3)

Median household income

$59k

85% of Georgia median

Schools in this city

3

About Schools in Colquitt, Georgia

Colquitt, Georgia is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 7.0 out of 10, schools in Colquitt 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 Colquitt is Miller County Elementary School with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Colquitt is served by 1 school district: Miller County. These districts collectively serve 780 students.

Colquitt's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $59,365. The poverty rate in the area is 21.2%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 39837 (3)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 367 students · Pre-K–5th 8.0

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 170 students · 6th–8th 5.2

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 243 students · 9th–12th 7.7

Schools in Colquitt

Colquitt, Georgia · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$59,365

Median Home Value

$118,800

Median Rent

$695/mo

Population

5,994

College Educated

21%

Homeownership

67%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

21.2%

Community Profile

Colquitt has a median household income of $59,365. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $118,800, with a median rent of $695/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Colquitt, Georgia

How many schools are in Colquitt, Georgia?

Colquitt has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Colquitt, Georgia?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Colquitt is 7.0 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 Colquitt, Georgia?

The top-ranked school in Colquitt on MySchoolScout is Miller County Elementary School with a composite score of 8.0/10.

What is the best elementary school in Colquitt, Georgia?

The top-ranked elementary school in Colquitt on MySchoolScout is Miller County Elementary School with a composite score of 8.0/10.

What is the best middle school in Colquitt, Georgia?

The top-ranked middle school in Colquitt on MySchoolScout is Miller County Middle School with a composite score of 5.2/10.

What is the best high school in Colquitt, Georgia?

The top-ranked high school in Colquitt on MySchoolScout is Miller County High School with a composite score of 7.7/10.

How many school districts serve Colquitt, Georgia?

Colquitt is served by 1 school district: Miller County.

What is the education level in Colquitt, Georgia?

According to Census data, 21% of adults in Colquitt have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Colquitt, Georgia?

The median household income in Colquitt is approximately $59,365 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Colquitt 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 Colquitt, 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.