Best Schools in Lumpkin, Georgia
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Lumpkin by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Stewart County High School
High · Stewart County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Stewart County Middle School
Middle · Stewart County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Stewart County Elementary School
Elementary · Stewart County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Lumpkin for 2026 are Stewart County High School (6.8/10), Stewart County Middle School (6.4/10), and Stewart County Elementary School (4.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$45,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$45,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +10.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Lumpkin schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Lumpkin
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stewart County High School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Stewart County Middle School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Stewart County Elementary School | 4.7 / 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
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $36,771
- Median home value
- $45,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 11%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 71%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Lumpkin compares
Georgia rank
#155 of 240
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.3
below Georgia avg (6.3)
Median household income
$37k
53% of Georgia median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Lumpkin, Georgia
Lumpkin, Georgia is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Lumpkin 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 Lumpkin is Stewart County High School with a composite score of 6.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lumpkin is served by 1 school district: Stewart County. These districts collectively serve 364 students.
Lumpkin's community shows 11% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $36,771. The poverty rate in the area is 36.5%.
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 | 157 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.7 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 96 students · 6th–8th | 6.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 111 students · 9th–12th | 6.8 |
Schools in Lumpkin
Lumpkin, Georgia · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$36,771
Median Home Value
$45,500
Population
2,989
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
71%
Poverty Rate
36.5%
Community Profile
Lumpkin has a median household income of $36,771. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $45,500. The area has a poverty rate of 36.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Georgia
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Lumpkin, Georgia
How many schools are in Lumpkin, Georgia?
Lumpkin has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lumpkin, Georgia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lumpkin is 6.0 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 Lumpkin, Georgia?
The top-ranked school in Lumpkin on MySchoolScout is Stewart County High School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lumpkin, Georgia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lumpkin on MySchoolScout is Stewart County Elementary School with a composite score of 4.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Lumpkin, Georgia?
The top-ranked middle school in Lumpkin on MySchoolScout is Stewart County Middle School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best high school in Lumpkin, Georgia?
The top-ranked high school in Lumpkin on MySchoolScout is Stewart County High School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Lumpkin, Georgia?
Lumpkin is served by 1 school district: Stewart County.
What is the education level in Lumpkin, Georgia?
According to Census data, 11% of adults in Lumpkin have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lumpkin, Georgia?
The median household income in Lumpkin is approximately $36,771 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lumpkin, Georgia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lumpkin is 8.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lumpkin, 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.