Best Schools in Conyers, Georgia
26 schools · 15 Elementary · 3 Middle · 4 High · 4 Other
Choosing a school in Conyers?
Use this page to compare every school in Conyers 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.
Hills Academy
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Peachtree Academy Private School
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Young Americans Christian School
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Conyers for 2026 are Hills Academy (6.3/10), Peachtree Academy Private School (6.2/10), and Young Americans Christian School (6.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 22 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
26
17 public · 9 private
Avg Score
4.7
out of 10
Median Home
$246,933
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
26
17 public · 9 private
Avg Score
4.7
out of 10
Median Home
$246,933
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 5.3/10 despite 81% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 0.8 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 Conyers schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +9.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Conyers schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Conyers
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (22 of 26). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hills Academy | 6.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Peachtree Academy Private School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Young Americans Christian School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Edwards Middle School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Barksdale Elementary School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 6 | Flat Shoals Elementary School | 5.2 / 10 |
| 7 | Sims Elementary School | 5.2 / 10 |
| 8 | Faith Academy | 4.9 / 10 |
| 9 | Rockdale County High School | 4.8 / 10 |
| 10 | Pine Street 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
- 4.7/10
- Median household income
- $72,958
- Median home value
- $246,933
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 29%
- Avg commute
- 34 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 Conyers compares
Georgia rank
#218 of 240
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.6
below Georgia avg (6.3)
Median household income
$73k
105% of Georgia median
Schools in this city
22
About Schools in Conyers, Georgia
Conyers sits in Rockdale County, Georgia, and all 16 ranked public schools fall under Rockdale County Public Schools — a single-district city with no charter or magnet alternatives to navigate. That simplicity cuts both ways: parents have one district to evaluate, and school quality differences come down to individual campuses rather than competing systems.
The city's average school score is 5.8 out of 10, which puts most campuses in the middle tier of performance. Only 2 of the 16 ranked schools — 12% — clear the 7-point mark, signaling that strong options exist but are not evenly distributed across the city. Parents who prioritize academic performance will want to pay close attention to attendance boundaries before committing to a neighborhood.
The elementary level is where Conyers shows its strongest results. Pine Street Elementary and Peek's Chapel Elementary share the top score in the city at 7.2, making them the clear high-water mark for younger students. Flat Shoals Elementary (6.4) and Hicks Elementary (6.2) round out a cluster of above-average elementary options. Memorial Middle School leads the middle school tier at 6.5, offering a reasonable bridge for students coming out of the stronger elementary campuses. The data provided does not include high school scores, so families with older students should weigh middle and high school options separately.
For parents researching Conyers, the practical takeaway is straightforward. The best outcomes here are concentrated at the elementary level, and the gap between the top two schools and the city average is meaningful. If you have flexibility in where you live, drawing-zone research matters more in Conyers than in cities where performance is distributed evenly. Families zoned to Pine Street or Peek's Chapel start with a clear advantage. Those zoned elsewhere should look closely at individual campus data rather than assuming a district-wide baseline applies to their assigned school.
Elementary Schools
15 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 478 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.3 |
| 2 | 616 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.2 |
| 3 | 466 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.2 |
| 4 | 660 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.8 |
| 5 | 498 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.8 |
| 6 | 615 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.5 |
| 7 | 480 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.3 |
| 8 | 947 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.3 |
| 9 | 644 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.9 |
| 10 | 573 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.5 |
Show all 15 elementary schools in Conyers
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 935 students · 6th–8th | 5.3 |
| 2 | 740 students · 6th–8th | 4.5 |
| 3 | 986 students · 6th–8th | 3.9 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,391 students · 9th–12th | 4.8 | ||
| 2 | 1,803 students · 9th–12th | 4.4 | ||
| 3 | 1,047 students · 9th–12th | 3.6 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Faith Academy
Private
55 students · 9th–12th | 4.9 | ||
Other Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15 students · 3rd–12th | — | ||
| Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Hills Academy
Private
79 students · 4th–12th | 6.3 | ||
| 2 | Peachtree Academy Private School
Private
293 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.2 | ||
| 3 | Young Americans Christian School
Private
424 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.1 | ||
Schools in Conyers
Conyers, Georgia · 26 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 3 ZIP codes
Median Income
$72,958
Median Home Value
$246,933
Median Rent
$1,397/mo
Population
95,271
College Educated
29%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Community Profile
Conyers has a median household income of $72,958. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $246,933, with a median rent of $1,397/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.6%. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Georgia
- Elementary
- 15
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 4
- Other
- 4
Resources
Nearby Cities
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Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Conyers, Georgia
How many schools are in Conyers, Georgia?
Conyers has 26 schools, including 17 public and 9 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Conyers, Georgia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Conyers is 4.7 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 Conyers, Georgia?
The top-ranked school in Conyers on MySchoolScout is Hills Academy with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Conyers, Georgia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Conyers on MySchoolScout is Barksdale Elementary School with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Conyers, Georgia?
The top-ranked middle school in Conyers on MySchoolScout is Edwards Middle School with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What is the best high school in Conyers, Georgia?
The top-ranked high school in Conyers on MySchoolScout is Faith Academy with a composite score of 4.9/10.
How many school districts serve Conyers, Georgia?
Conyers is served by 2 school districts: Department of Juvenile Justice, Rockdale County.
What is the education level in Conyers, Georgia?
According to Census data, 29% of adults in Conyers have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Conyers, Georgia?
The median household income in Conyers is approximately $72,958 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Conyers, Georgia?
Yes, Conyers has 9 private schools alongside 17 public schools. The top-rated private school is Hills Academy with a score of 6.3/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Conyers, Georgia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Conyers is 12.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Conyers, 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.