Best Schools in Cumming, Georgia
45 schools · 21 Elementary · 10 Middle · 6 High · 8 Other
Choosing a school in Cumming?
Use this page to compare every school in Cumming by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Montessori Academy at Sharon Springs
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Big Creek Elementary School
Elementary · Forsyth County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Haw Creek Elementary
Elementary · Forsyth County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Cumming for 2026 are Montessori Academy at Sharon Springs (9.4/10), Big Creek Elementary School (9.0/10), and Haw Creek Elementary (8.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 41 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
45
30 public · 15 private
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$475,433
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
45
30 public · 15 private
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$475,433
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 8.5/10 despite 30% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.5 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 Cumming schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +10.6 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Cumming schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Cumming
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (41 of 45). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Montessori Academy at Sharon Springs | 9.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Big Creek Elementary School | 9.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Haw Creek Elementary | 8.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Daves Creek Elementary School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 5 | George W. Whitlow Elementary | 8.5 / 10 |
| 6 | Brookwood Elementary | 8.4 / 10 |
| 7 | Alliance Academy for Innovation | 8.4 / 10 |
| 8 | Montessori at Vickery | 8.3 / 10 |
| 9 | Piney Grove Middle School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 10 | Chrysalis Experiential Academy Inc. Dba Promise Pr | 8.1 / 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
- 7.2/10
- Median household income
- $135,807
- Median home value
- $475,433
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 53%
- Avg commute
- 31 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
63% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Cumming compares
Georgia rank
#55 of 240
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.0
above Georgia avg (6.3)
Median household income
$136k
195% of Georgia median
Schools in this city
41
About Schools in Cumming, Georgia
Cumming, Georgia offers parents a public school landscape worth examining closely before committing to a neighborhood. The city has 30 ranked public schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels, with an average score of 5.5 out of 10. That midrange average tells only part of the story — performance varies meaningfully across schools, and where a family lives within Cumming determines which options are available by default.
The top end of that range is genuinely strong. Alliance Academy for Innovation leads all Cumming public schools with an 8.2 out of 10, making it the clear standout at the high school level. At the elementary level, Poole's Mill Elementary and Matt Elementary both score 7.1 or higher, and Chattahoochee Elementary earns a 6.9. Hendricks Middle School scores 7.3, giving families a solid option at the middle school stage as well. Across all 30 ranked schools, only 4 — or 13% — score 7 or above, which means high-performing schools are a real but limited segment of what Cumming offers.
That 13% figure is the most practical data point for parents. The majority of Cumming's public schools fall below the 7-point threshold, clustering around the citywide average. Families who prioritize academic performance should map their prospective neighborhoods against specific school assignments before finalizing a move or rental. Proximity to Alliance Academy for Innovation, Poole's Mill, or Hendricks Middle could meaningfully shape a child's educational experience compared to a school with a score closer to 5.5.
Parents researching Cumming should treat the 5.5 average as a baseline, not a ceiling. The city has pockets of strong public school performance, but they require deliberate navigation. Checking individual school scores against attendance zone boundaries is the fastest way to assess whether a specific address aligns with the stronger options. For families with elementary-aged children in particular, the gap between the top schools and the citywide average is wide enough to matter.
Elementary Schools
21 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 661 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.0 |
| 2 | 837 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.6 |
| 3 | 1,016 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.5 |
| 4 | 1,237 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.5 |
| 5 | 855 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.4 |
| 6 | 1,069 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.0 |
| 7 | 1,052 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.0 |
| 8 | 1,197 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.9 |
| 9 | 1,096 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 |
| 10 | 1,118 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.6 |
Show all 21 elementary schools in Cumming
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
10 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,054 students · 6th–8th | 8.1 | ||
| 2 | 1,395 students · 6th–8th | 7.9 | ||
| 3 | 1,526 students · 6th–8th | 7.8 | ||
| 4 | 1,383 students · 6th–8th | 7.6 | ||
| 5 | 1,078 students · 6th–8th | 6.9 | ||
| 6 | 1,027 students · 6th–8th | 6.3 | ||
| 7 | 1,170 students · 6th–8th | 5.8 | ||
| 8 | 1,213 students · 6th–8th | 5.7 | ||
| 9 | 895 students · 6th–8th | 5.0 | ||
| 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 | 15 students · 1st–3rd | — | ||
High Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,116 students · 9th–12th | 8.4 | ||
| 2 | 2,508 students · 9th–12th | 7.4 | ||
| 3 | 2,464 students · 9th–12th | 6.4 | ||
| 4 | 2,080 students · 9th–12th | 6.3 | ||
| 5 | 2,387 students · 9th–12th | 6.2 | ||
| 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 | 6 students · 9th–12th | — | ||
Other Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 58 students · 4th–12th | 8.1 |
| 2 | Cornerstone Schools
Private
144 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.6 |
| 3 | Horizon Christian Academy
Private
256 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.5 |
| 4 | Pinecrest Academy
Private
414 students · Pre-K–12th | 7.4 |
| 5 | Horizon Christian Academy
Private
256 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.6 |
| 6 | Horizon Christian Academy
Private
256 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.6 |
| 7 | Covenant Christian Academy
Private
247 students · Pre-K–12th | 5.3 |
| 8 | Fideles Christian School
Private
371 students · Pre-K–12th | 5.1 |
Schools in Cumming
Cumming, Georgia · 45 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 3 ZIP codes
Median Income
$135,807
Median Home Value
$475,433
Median Rent
$1,949/mo
Population
191,371
College Educated
53%
Homeownership
86%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Community Profile
Cumming has a median household income of $135,807. It is a well-educated community where 53% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $475,433, with a median rent of $1,949/month. The local poverty rate of 4.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Georgia
- Elementary
- 21
- Middle
- 10
- High
- 6
- Other
- 8
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
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Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Cumming, Georgia
How many schools are in Cumming, Georgia?
Cumming has 45 schools, including 30 public and 15 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Cumming, Georgia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Cumming is 7.2 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 Cumming, Georgia?
The top-ranked school in Cumming on MySchoolScout is Montessori Academy at Sharon Springs with a composite score of 9.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Cumming, Georgia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Cumming on MySchoolScout is Montessori Academy at Sharon Springs with a composite score of 9.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Cumming, Georgia?
The top-ranked middle school in Cumming on MySchoolScout is Piney Grove Middle School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best high school in Cumming, Georgia?
The top-ranked high school in Cumming on MySchoolScout is Alliance Academy for Innovation with a composite score of 8.4/10.
How many school districts serve Cumming, Georgia?
Cumming is served by 1 school district: Forsyth County.
What is the education level in Cumming, Georgia?
According to Census data, 53% of adults in Cumming have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Cumming, Georgia?
The median household income in Cumming is approximately $135,807 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Cumming, Georgia?
Yes, Cumming has 15 private schools alongside 30 public schools. The top-rated private school is Montessori Academy at Sharon Springs with a score of 9.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Cumming, Georgia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cumming is 13.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Cumming, 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.