Best Schools in East Point, Georgia
12 schools · 8 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in East Point by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Resurgence Hall Charter School
Elementary · State Specialty Schools Ii- Resurgence Hall Charter School. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Parklane Elementary School
Elementary · Fulton County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary
Elementary · Fulton County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in East Point for 2026 are Resurgence Hall Charter School (9.2/10), Parklane Elementary School (6.4/10), and Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary (5.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 10 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
12
10 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$240,700
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
12
10 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$240,700
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 9.2/10 despite 76% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 3.0 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 East Point schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +12.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among East Point schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in East Point
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 of 12). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Resurgence Hall Charter School | 9.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Parklane Elementary School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary | 5.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Paul D. West Middle School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Tri-cities High School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 6 | Brookview Elementary School | 5.0 / 10 |
| 7 | Asa Hilliard Elementary School | 4.6 / 10 |
| 8 | Fulton Leadership Academy | 4.3 / 10 |
| 9 | Conley Hills Elementary School | 3.5 / 10 |
| 10 | Woodland Middle School | 3.3 / 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
- 5.3/10
- Median household income
- $59,647
- Median home value
- $240,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 36%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 43%
10% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How East Point compares
Georgia rank
#201 of 240
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.0
below Georgia avg (6.3)
Median household income
$60k
85% of Georgia median
Schools in this city
10
About Schools in East Point, Georgia
East Point, Georgia is home to 12 schools, including 10 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in East Point show moderate performance 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 East Point is Resurgence Hall Charter School with a composite score of 9.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
East Point is served by 3 school districts: State Specialty Schools II- Fulton Leadership Academy, State Specialty Schools II- Resurgence Hall Charter School, Fulton County. These districts collectively serve 88,616 students.
East Point's community shows 36% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $59,647. The poverty rate in the area is 24.6%.
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
8 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 407 students · Kindergarten–4th | 9.2 | ||
| 2 | 313 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.4 | ||
| 3 | 589 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.7 | ||
| 4 | 430 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.0 | ||
| 5 | 432 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.6 | ||
| 6 | 399 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.5 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Abundant Grace Academy
Private
22 students · Pre-K–2nd | — | ||
| 2 | 3 students · Kindergarten–Kindergarten | — | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 804 students · 6th–8th | 5.4 |
| 2 | 963 students · 6th–8th | 3.3 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,774 students · 9th–12th | 5.3 |
| 2 | 166 students · 6th–12th | 4.3 |
Schools in East Point
East Point, Georgia · 12 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$59,647
Median Home Value
$240,700
Median Rent
$1,315/mo
Population
35,486
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
43%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
24.6%
Community Profile
East Point has a median household income of $59,647. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $240,700, with a median rent of $1,315/month. The area has a poverty rate of 24.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Georgia
- Elementary
- 8
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 2
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in East Point, Georgia
How many schools are in East Point, Georgia?
East Point has 12 schools, including 10 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in East Point, Georgia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in East Point is 5.3 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 East Point, Georgia?
The top-ranked school in East Point on MySchoolScout is Resurgence Hall Charter School with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in East Point, Georgia?
The top-ranked elementary school in East Point on MySchoolScout is Resurgence Hall Charter School with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best middle school in East Point, Georgia?
The top-ranked middle school in East Point on MySchoolScout is Paul D. West Middle School with a composite score of 5.4/10.
What is the best high school in East Point, Georgia?
The top-ranked high school in East Point on MySchoolScout is Tri-cities High School with a composite score of 5.3/10.
How many school districts serve East Point, Georgia?
East Point is served by 3 school districts: State Specialty Schools Ii- Fulton Leadership Academy, State Specialty Schools Ii- Resurgence Hall Charter School, Fulton County.
What is the education level in East Point, Georgia?
According to Census data, 36% of adults in East Point have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in East Point, Georgia?
The median household income in East Point is approximately $59,647 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in East Point, Georgia?
Yes, East Point has 2 private schools alongside 10 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in East Point, Georgia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in East Point is 11.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in East Point, 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.