Best Schools in Dearing, Georgia
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Dearing Elementary School
Elementary · Mcduffie County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$152,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$152,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +5.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Dearing schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Dearing
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dearing Elementary School | 7.3 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.3/10
- Median household income
- $50,598
- Median home value
- $152,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 10%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 65%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Dearing compares
Median household income
$51k
73% of Georgia median
About Schools in Dearing, Georgia
Dearing, Georgia is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.3 out of 10, schools in Dearing perform strongly 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 Dearing is Dearing Elementary School with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Dearing is served by 1 school district: McDuffie County. These districts collectively serve 3,174 students.
Dearing's community shows 10% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $50,598. The poverty rate in the area is 20.3%.
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 | 422 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.3 |
Schools in Dearing
Dearing, Georgia · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$50,598
Median Home Value
$152,400
Median Rent
$901/mo
Population
4,302
College Educated
10%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
20.3%
Community Profile
Dearing has a median household income of $50,598. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $152,400, with a median rent of $901/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Dearing, Georgia
How many schools are in Dearing, Georgia?
Dearing has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Dearing, Georgia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Dearing is 7.3 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 Dearing, Georgia?
The top-ranked school in Dearing on MySchoolScout is Dearing Elementary School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Dearing, Georgia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Dearing on MySchoolScout is Dearing Elementary School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
How many school districts serve Dearing, Georgia?
Dearing is served by 1 school district: Mcduffie County.
What is the education level in Dearing, Georgia?
According to Census data, 10% of adults in Dearing have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Dearing, Georgia?
The median household income in Dearing is approximately $50,598 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Dearing, Georgia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Dearing is 12.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Dearing, 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.