Best Schools in Gainesville-, Georgia
1 schools · 1 Middle
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Use this page to compare every school in Gainesville- by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Gainesville Middle School West
Middle · Gainesville City. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.2
out of 10
Median Home
$294,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.2
out of 10
Median Home
$294,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Gainesville-
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 | Gainesville Middle School West | 4.2 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.2/10
- Median household income
- $71,833
- Median home value
- $294,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 56%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Gainesville- compares
Median household income
$72k
103% of Georgia median
About Schools in Gainesville-, Georgia
Gainesville-, Georgia is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 4.2 out of 10, schools in Gainesville- 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 Gainesville- is Gainesville Middle School West with a composite score of 4.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Gainesville- is served by 1 school district: Gainesville City. These districts collectively serve 8,144 students.
Gainesville-'s community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $71,833. The poverty rate in the area is 15.2%.
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.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 894 students · 6th–8th | 4.2 |
Schools in Gainesville-
Gainesville-, Georgia · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$71,833
Median Home Value
$294,800
Median Rent
$1,266/mo
Population
29,104
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
56%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Community Profile
Gainesville- has a median household income of $71,833. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $294,800, with a median rent of $1,266/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.2%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Georgia
- Middle
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Gainesville-, Georgia
How many schools are in Gainesville-, Georgia?
Gainesville- has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Gainesville-, Georgia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Gainesville- is 4.2 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 Gainesville-, Georgia?
The top-ranked school in Gainesville- on MySchoolScout is Gainesville Middle School West with a composite score of 4.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Gainesville-, Georgia?
The top-ranked middle school in Gainesville- on MySchoolScout is Gainesville Middle School West with a composite score of 4.2/10.
How many school districts serve Gainesville-, Georgia?
Gainesville- is served by 1 school district: Gainesville City.
What is the education level in Gainesville-, Georgia?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Gainesville- have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Gainesville-, Georgia?
The median household income in Gainesville- is approximately $71,833 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Gainesville-, Georgia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Gainesville- is 15.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Gainesville-, 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.