Best Schools in Damascus, Georgia
1 schools · 1 Other
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Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$80,900
home value · ACS
Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$80,900
home value · ACS
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.1/10
- Median household income
- $55,871
- Median home value
- $80,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 95%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Damascus compares
Median household income
$56k
80% of Georgia median
About Schools in Damascus, Georgia
Damascus, Georgia is home to 1 schools, including 0 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span .
With an average rating of 7.1 out of 10, schools in Damascus perform strongly 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 Damascus is Southwest Georgia Academy with a composite score of 7.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Damascus's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $55,871. The poverty rate in the area is 9.8%.
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.
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Southwest Georgia AcademyPrivate 367 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Damascus
Damascus, Georgia · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$55,871
Median Home Value
$80,900
Population
867
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
95%
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Community Profile
Damascus has a median household income of $55,871. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $80,900. The local poverty rate of 9.8% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Georgia
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Damascus, Georgia
How many schools are in Damascus, Georgia?
Damascus has 1 schools, including 0 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Damascus, Georgia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Damascus is 7.1 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the education level in Damascus, Georgia?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Damascus have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Damascus, Georgia?
The median household income in Damascus is approximately $55,871 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Damascus, Georgia?
Yes, Damascus has 1 private school alongside 0 public schools. The top-rated private school is Southwest Georgia Academy with a score of 7.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Damascus, Georgia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Damascus is 7.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Damascus, 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.