5.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Macon, Georgia

56 schools · 26 Elementary · 9 Middle · 10 High · 11 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 41

Private: 15

Districts: 6

Avg Rating: 5.8/10

Estimated Scores: 22%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.8/10
Median household income: $53,428
Median home value: $158,225
Bachelor's degree or higher: 24%
Avg commute: 22 min
Owner-occupied homes: 54%

How Macon compares

Georgia rank

#176 of 240

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.5

below Georgia avg (6.3)

Median household income

$53k

77% of Georgia median

Schools in this city

49

About Schools in Macon, Georgia

Macon's public school landscape spans 38 ranked schools, giving families a wide range of options across the city. The average school scores 5.7 out of 10, which means performance varies considerably depending on where you look. Most schools cluster in the middle range, but a meaningful subset stands out: 13% of Macon's ranked schools — five in total — score 7 or above, signaling genuine pockets of strong academics within the district.

At the top of that group sits Alexander II Magnet School, the city's highest-rated public school at 8.7 out of 10. Magnet programs like Alexander II draw students citywide, so families aren't necessarily limited by their home address when pursuing the top options. Burdell Elementary (8.2) and Lane Elementary (7.9) round out the upper tier at the elementary level, followed by Vineville Academy at 7.4. For middle school, Miller Magnet Middle scores 7.3 and represents one of the few high-performing options for older students in the city. The concentration of top performers at the elementary level means parents of middle and high school-aged children may need to look harder — or look beyond the public school system — to find comparable scores.

The 5.7 city average tells parents to do school-level research rather than assume neighborhood schools will meet expectations. Macon's magnet school structure is a practical lever worth pulling early. Enrollment in magnet programs is typically competitive and application-based, so parents should confirm deadlines and eligibility requirements as soon as possible in their search. Geography matters less for magnet access, but transportation logistics and seat availability can still shape your realistic choices.

For families relocating to Macon or reassigning within the city, the data points to a clear strategy: prioritize the five schools scoring 7 and above, understand the magnet application process, and use individual school scores rather than citywide averages to drive decisions. The gap between Macon's best and most typical schools is wide enough that school selection can make a material difference in your child's academic experience.

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Elementary Schools

26 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Alexander II Magnet School 479 students · Pre-K–5th	479	Pre-K–5th	8.7
2	Burdell Elementary School 431 students · Pre-K–5th	431	Pre-K–5th	8.2
3	Lane Elementary School 441 students · Pre-K–5th	441	Pre-K–5th	7.9
4	Vineville Academy 475 students · Pre-K–5th	475	Pre-K–5th	7.4
5	Mattie Wells Elementary School 583 students · Pre-K–5th	583	Pre-K–5th	6.8
6	Cirrus Charter Academy 498 students · Kindergarten–8th	498	Kindergarten–8th	6.5
7	Springdale Elementary School 546 students · Pre-K–5th	546	Pre-K–5th	6.5
8	Veterans Elementary School 708 students · Pre-K–5th	708	Pre-K–5th	6.3
9	Martin Luther King Jr Elementary School 639 students · Pre-K–5th	639	Pre-K–5th	6.1
10	Hartley Elementary School 391 students · Pre-K–5th	391	Pre-K–5th	5.9
11	Williams Elementary School 334 students · Pre-K–5th	334	Pre-K–5th	5.8
12	Heard Elementary School 571 students · Pre-K–5th	571	Pre-K–5th	5.8
13	John Robert Lewis Elementary School 724 students · Pre-K–5th	724	Pre-K–5th	5.8
14	Southfield Elementary School 688 students · Pre-K–5th	688	Pre-K–5th	5.6
15	Union Elementary School 469 students · Pre-K–5th	469	Pre-K–5th	5.4
16	Bruce Elementary School 417 students · Pre-K–5th	417	Pre-K–5th	5.3
17	Ingram/Pye Elementary School 455 students · Pre-K–5th	455	Pre-K–5th	5.1
18	Heritage Elementary School 525 students · Pre-K–5th	525	Pre-K–5th	4.8
19	Bernd Elementary School 408 students · Pre-K–5th	408	Pre-K–5th	4.5
20	Porter Elementary School 429 students · Pre-K–5th	429	Pre-K–5th	4.2
21	Carter Elementary School 507 students · Pre-K–5th	507	Pre-K–5th	3.7
22	Rosa Taylor Elementary School 578 students · Pre-K–5th	578	Pre-K–5th	3.0
Private Schools 4 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	ST JOSEPHS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Private 148 students · Pre-K–5th	148	Pre-K–5th	Not Rated
2	ST ANDREWS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Private 33 students · Pre-K–6th	33	Pre-K–6th	Not Rated
3	MONTESSORI OF MACON Private 62 students · Pre-K–8th	62	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated

Show 1 more elementary schools

4

ST PETER CLAVER Private

129 students · Pre-K–8th

Not Rated

Middle Schools

9 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Miller Magnet Middle School 582 students · 6th–8th	582	6th–8th	7.3
2	Clifton Ridge Middle School 521 students · 6th–8th	521	6th–8th	6.9
3	Ballard Hudson Middle School 644 students · 6th–8th	644	6th–8th	6.0
4	Appling Middle School 676 students · 6th–8th	676	6th–8th	5.4
5	Weaver Middle School 895 students · 6th–8th	895	6th–8th	4.7
6	Howard Middle School 989 students · 6th–8th	989	6th–8th	4.5
7	Rutland Middle School 871 students · 6th–8th	871	6th–8th	4.3
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	WIMBISH ADVENTIST SCHOOL Private 19 students · 1st–8th	19	1st–8th	Not Rated
2	BETHANY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Private 11 students · 1st–8th	11	1st–8th	Not Rated

High Schools

10 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Howard High School 1,133 students · 9th–12th	1,133	9th–12th	6.8
2	Central High School 876 students · 9th–12th	876	9th–12th	6.4
3	Rutland High School 897 students · 9th–12th	897	9th–12th	5.1
4	Westside High School 1,010 students · 9th–12th	1,010	9th–12th	4.7
5	Northeast High School 790 students · 9th–12th	790	9th–12th	4.6
6	Southwest High School 820 students · 9th–12th	820	9th–12th	4.0
7	Macon Youth Development Campus 19 students · 5th–12th	19	5th–12th	—
8	Macon Regional Youth Detention Center 16 students · 5th–12th	16	5th–12th	—
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	MOUNT DE SALES ACADEMY Private 485 students · 6th–12th	485	6th–12th	Not Rated
2	WYNFIELD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Private 13 students · 5th–11th	13	5th–11th	Not Rated

Other Schools

11 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Academy For Classical Education 1,808 students · Kindergarten–12th	1,808	Kindergarten–12th	6.7
2	Georgia Academy for the Blind 90 students · Pre-K–12th	90	Pre-K–12th	4.8
3	VIP Academy (Virtual) 476 students · 4th–12th	476	4th–12th	3.8
4	Price Academy 15 students · 3rd–12th	15	3rd–12th	—
Private Schools 7 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	STRATFORD ACADEMY Private 687 students · Pre-K–12th	687	Pre-K–12th	Not Rated
2	COVENANT ACADEMY Private 299 students · Pre-K–12th	299	Pre-K–12th	Not Rated
3	WOODFIELD ACADEMY Private 49 students · 2nd–12th	49	2nd–12th	Not Rated
4	CENTRAL FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Private 330 students · Pre-K–12th	330	Pre-K–12th	Not Rated
5	FIRST PRESBYTERIAN DAY SCHOOL Private 733 students · Pre-K–12th	733	Pre-K–12th	Not Rated
6	WINDSOR ACADEMY Private 395 students · Pre-K–12th	395	Pre-K–12th	Not Rated
7	STERLING CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Private 3 students · Pre-K–10th	3	Pre-K–10th	Not Rated

Schools in Macon

Macon, Georgia · 56 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 8 ZIP codes

Median Income

$53,428

Median Home Value

$158,225

Median Rent

$1,022/mo

Population

164,670

College Educated

24%

Homeownership

54%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

25.1%

Community Profile

Macon has a median household income of $53,428. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $158,225, with a median rent of $1,022/month. The area has a poverty rate of 25.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Georgia
Total Schools: 56
Elementary: 26
Middle: 9
High: 10
Districts: 6
Avg Rating: 5.8/10

Resources

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School Districts (6)

Department of Juvenile Justice

28 schools · 422 students

State Specialty Schools II- Cirrus Charter Academy

1 school · 498 students

State Specialty Schools II- Academy For Classical Education

1 school · 1,808 students

State Schools

3 schools · 278 students

Bibb County

35 schools · 21,324 students

Jones County

7 schools · 4,994 students

Nearby Cities

Lizella (1 school)

8 mi

Centerville (2 schools)

Warner Robins (26 schools)

Fort Valley (3 schools)

Jeffersonville (5 schools)

Monticello (4 schools)

33 mi

Other Major Cities in Georgia

Top metros statewide by school count.

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Macon, Georgia

How many schools are in Macon, Georgia?

Macon has 56 schools, including 41 public and 15 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Macon, Georgia?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Macon is 5.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Macon, Georgia?

The top-ranked school in Macon on MySchoolScout is Alexander II Magnet School with a composite score of 8.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Macon, Georgia?

The top-ranked elementary school in Macon on MySchoolScout is Alexander II Magnet School with a composite score of 8.7/10.

What is the best middle school in Macon, Georgia?

The top-ranked middle school in Macon on MySchoolScout is Miller Magnet Middle School with a composite score of 7.3/10.

What is the best high school in Macon, Georgia?

The top-ranked high school in Macon on MySchoolScout is Mount De Sales Academy with a composite score of 7.4/10.

How many school districts serve Macon, Georgia?

Macon is served by 6 school districts: Department of Juvenile Justice, State Specialty Schools Ii- Cirrus Charter Academy, State Specialty Schools Ii- Academy for Classical Education, State Schools, Bibb County, Jones County.

What is the education level in Macon, Georgia?

According to Census data, 24% of adults in Macon have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Macon, Georgia?

The median household income in Macon is approximately $53,428 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Macon, Georgia?

Yes, Macon has 15 private schools alongside 41 public schools. The top-rated private school is Stratford Academy with a score of 7.4/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Macon, Georgia?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Macon is 13.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Macon, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.