Best Schools in Dublin, Georgia
9 schools · 3 Elementary · 3 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Dublin?
Use this page to compare every school in Dublin 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.
West Laurens Middle School
Middle · Laurens County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Susie Dasher
Elementary · Dublin City. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
East Laurens Middle School
Middle · Laurens County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Dublin for 2026 are West Laurens Middle School (7.7/10), Susie Dasher (7.5/10), and East Laurens Middle School (7.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 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
9
8 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$134,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
9
8 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$134,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +19.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Dublin schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Dublin
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Laurens Middle School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Susie Dasher | 7.5 / 10 |
| 3 | East Laurens Middle School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Dublin High School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Hillcrest Elementary | 6.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Moore Street Facility | 5.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Trinity Christian School | 5.6 / 10 |
| 8 | Dublin Middle School | 4.2 / 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
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $47,747
- Median home value
- $134,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 64%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Dublin compares
Georgia rank
#141 of 240
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below Georgia avg (6.3)
Median household income
$48k
68% of Georgia median
Schools in this city
9
About Schools in Dublin, Georgia
Dublin, Georgia has 8 ranked public schools spanning elementary through high school. The city's average score is 6.9 out of 10. The sharper signal: five of those eight schools — 62% — score 7.0 or above, a majority that pushes Dublin's real performance above what the headline average implies. Parents evaluating this market should start with that 62% figure before fixating on the overall mean.
Susie Dasher Elementary leads Dublin at 8.6 out of 10, the city's top school by a wide margin. East Laurens Middle School (7.4) and West Laurens Middle School (7.3) rank just behind, giving families entering the middle grades two solid options. East Laurens Primary School also scores 7.3, reinforcing an already strong elementary tier. Dublin High School rounds out the picture at 7.2 — above the city average — meaning the 7-plus performance standard holds from primary school through graduation.
The performance spread matters when reading district averages. With 62% of schools at 7.0 or better, the group's lower-scoring schools pull the 6.9 average down without reflecting the majority of schools in the rankings. That difference between where the average lands and where most schools cluster is the most useful thing a parent can extract from Dublin's data — it signals a district performing better than its summary number shows.
For families doing side-by-side comparisons, Dublin's practical profile is straightforward: 8 ranked schools, most above 7.0, led by a standout elementary at 8.6. The compact scale is an advantage — parents can realistically review every school in the rankings before committing. Susie Dasher anchors the top; East Laurens and West Laurens middle schools maintain the standard through the middle grades; Dublin High School holds at 7.2.
Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 527 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.5 |
| 2 | 553 students · Pre-K–4th | 6.0 |
| 3 | 636 students · Pre-K–2nd | 5.0 |
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 923 students · 6th–8th | 7.7 |
| 2 | 542 students · 6th–8th | 7.5 |
| 3 | 639 students · 5th–8th | 4.2 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 589 students · 9th–12th | 6.1 |
| 2 | 53 students · 6th–12th | 5.6 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Trinity Christian School
Private
343 students · Pre-K–12th | 5.6 |
Schools in Dublin
Dublin, Georgia · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$47,747
Median Home Value
$134,100
Median Rent
$780/mo
Population
38,267
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
64%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
22.5%
Community Profile
Dublin has a median household income of $47,747. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $134,100, with a median rent of $780/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Georgia
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
Resources
School Districts (2)
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Georgia
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.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Dublin, Georgia
How many schools are in Dublin, Georgia?
Dublin has 9 schools, including 8 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Dublin, Georgia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Dublin is 6.1 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 Dublin, Georgia?
The top-ranked school in Dublin on MySchoolScout is West Laurens Middle School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Dublin, Georgia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Dublin on MySchoolScout is Susie Dasher with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Dublin, Georgia?
The top-ranked middle school in Dublin on MySchoolScout is West Laurens Middle School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best high school in Dublin, Georgia?
The top-ranked high school in Dublin on MySchoolScout is Dublin High School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
How many school districts serve Dublin, Georgia?
Dublin is served by 2 school districts: Dublin City, Laurens County.
What is the education level in Dublin, Georgia?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Dublin have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Dublin, Georgia?
The median household income in Dublin is approximately $47,747 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Dublin, Georgia?
Yes, Dublin has 1 private school alongside 8 public schools. The top-rated private school is Trinity Christian School with a score of 5.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Dublin, Georgia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Dublin is 14.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Dublin, 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.