Best Schools in Ellenwood, Georgia
8 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Ellenwood?
Use this page to compare every school in Ellenwood by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
East Clayton Elementary School
Elementary · Clayton County. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Utopian Academy for the Arts Charter School
Middle · State Specialty Schools I- Utopian Academy for the Arts Char. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Morrow High School
High · Clayton County. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Ellenwood for 2026 are East Clayton Elementary School (6.1/10), Utopian Academy for the Arts Charter School (5.5/10), and Morrow High School (5.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 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
8
7 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$233,300
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
8
7 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$233,300
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +6.6 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Ellenwood schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Ellenwood
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 rated schools; 8 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | East Clayton Elementary School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Utopian Academy for the Arts Charter School | 5.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Morrow High School | 5.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Utopian Academy for the Arts High School | 5.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Cedar Grove High School | 4.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Cedar Grove Elementary School | 3.4 / 10 |
| 7 | Utopian Academy for the Arts Elementary School | 3.0 / 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
- 5.0/10
- Median household income
- $76,731
- Median home value
- $233,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 27%
- Avg commute
- 32 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
13% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Ellenwood compares
Georgia rank
#235 of 243
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.3
below Georgia avg (6.3)
Median household income
$77k
110% of Georgia median
Schools in this city
8
Ellenwood's public schools split across 3 districts
No single ISD owns Ellenwood. The public campuses divide among 3 districts.
The largest shares: Clayton County (4), Dekalb County (2), State Specialty Schools I- Utopian Academy For the Arts Char (1).
Among 7 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.0 to 6.1 — the spread is inside Ellenwood, not a citywide average.
- Clayton County4 public · 57%
- Dekalb County2 public · 29%
- State Specialty Schools I- Utopian Academy For the Arts Char1 public · 14%
About Schools in Ellenwood, Georgia
Ellenwood, Georgia is home to 8 schools, including 7 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.0 out of 10, schools in Ellenwood show moderate performance 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 Ellenwood is The Christian Schools of Anointed Word with a composite score of 7.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ellenwood is served by 3 school districts: State Specialty Schools I- Utopian Academy for the Arts Char, Clayton County, DeKalb County. These districts collectively serve 142,602 students.
Ellenwood's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $76,731. The poverty rate in the area is 13.9%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 637 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.1 |
| 2 | 539 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.4 |
| 3 | 268 students · Kindergarten–5th | 3.0 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 372 students · 6th–8th | 5.5 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,984 students · 9th–12th | 5.0 |
| 2 | 258 students · 9th–12th | 5.0 |
| 3 | 1,132 students · 9th–12th | 4.8 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 50 students · 1st–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Ellenwood
Ellenwood, Georgia · 8 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$76,731
Median Home Value
$233,300
Median Rent
$1,622/mo
Population
43,076
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
13.9%
Community Profile
Ellenwood has a median household income of $76,731. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $233,300, with a median rent of $1,622/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.9%. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Georgia
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 3
- Other
- 1
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Ellenwood, Georgia
How many schools are in Ellenwood, Georgia?
Ellenwood has 8 schools, including 7 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ellenwood, Georgia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ellenwood is 5.0 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 Ellenwood, Georgia?
The top-ranked school in Ellenwood on MySchoolScout is East Clayton Elementary School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ellenwood, Georgia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ellenwood on MySchoolScout is East Clayton Elementary School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Ellenwood, Georgia?
The top-ranked middle school in Ellenwood on MySchoolScout is Utopian Academy for the Arts Charter School with a composite score of 5.5/10.
What is the best high school in Ellenwood, Georgia?
The top-ranked high school in Ellenwood on MySchoolScout is Morrow High School with a composite score of 5.0/10.
How many school districts serve Ellenwood, Georgia?
Ellenwood is served by 3 school districts: State Specialty Schools I- Utopian Academy for the Arts Char, Clayton County, Dekalb County.
What is the education level in Ellenwood, Georgia?
According to Census data, 27% of adults in Ellenwood have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ellenwood, Georgia?
The median household income in Ellenwood is approximately $76,731 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Ellenwood, Georgia?
Yes, Ellenwood has 1 private school alongside 7 public schools. The top-rated private school is The Christian Schools of Anointed Word with a score of 7.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ellenwood, Georgia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ellenwood is 15.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ellenwood, 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.