7.7 avg / 10

Best Schools in Martinez, Georgia

10 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 3 Other

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 4

Private: 6

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.7/10

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Choosing a school in Martinez?

Use this page to compare every school in Martinez by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Elementary · Columbia County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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The short answer

The top-rated schools in Martinez for 2026 are Stevens Creek Elementary School (8.7/10), Martinez Elementary School (8.4/10), and Stallings Island Middle School (8.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 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.

Most improved · 2022 → 2024

Stallings Island Middle School

STAAR proficiency rose +4.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Martinez schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Martinez

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 10). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Stevens Creek Elementary School	8.7 / 10	Elementary	—	92th
2	Martinez Elementary School	8.4 / 10	Elementary	—	88th
3	Stallings Island Middle School	8.3 / 10	Middle	—	86th
4	South Columbia Elementary School	8.2 / 10	Elementary	—	84th
5	Augusta Preparatory Day School	7.6 / 10	Other	—	88th
6	Adventist Christian School	6.8 / 10	Elementary	—	64th
7	Augusta Christian	6.7 / 10	Other	—	64th
8	Community Christian Academy	6.7 / 10	Other	—	62th

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: 7.7/10
Median household income: $83,349
Median home value: $232,000
Bachelor's degree or higher: 39%
Avg commute: 22 min
Owner-occupied homes: 70%

How Martinez compares

Georgia rank

#25 of 240

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+1.4

above Georgia avg (6.3)

Median household income

$83k

119% of Georgia median

Schools in this city

8

About Schools in Martinez, Georgia

Martinez, Georgia is home to 10 schools, including 4 public schools and 6 private schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 7.7 out of 10, schools in Martinez perform strongly 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 Martinez is Stevens Creek Elementary School with a composite score of 8.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Martinez is served by 1 school district: Columbia County. These districts collectively serve 28,854 students.

Martinez's community shows 39% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $83,349. The poverty rate in the area is 8.2%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

5 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Stevens Creek Elementary School 815 students · Pre-K–5th	815	Pre-K–5th	8.7
2	Martinez Elementary School 787 students · Pre-K–5th	787	Pre-K–5th	8.4
3	South Columbia Elementary School 398 students · Pre-K–5th	398	Pre-K–5th	8.2
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	Adventist Christian School Private 35 students · Pre-K–8th	35	Pre-K–8th	6.8
2	Augusta Science Academy Private 23 students · Pre-K–5th	23	Pre-K–5th	—

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Stallings Island Middle School 689 students · 6th–8th	689	6th–8th	8.3

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Evans Christian Academy Private 16 students · 6th–12th	16	6th–12th	—

Other Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Augusta Preparatory Day School Private 363 students · Pre-K–12th	363	Pre-K–12th	7.6
2	Augusta Christian Private 624 students · Pre-K–12th	624	Pre-K–12th	6.7
3	Community Christian Academy Private 275 students · Pre-K–12th	275	Pre-K–12th	6.7

Schools in Martinez

Martinez, Georgia · 10 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$83,349

Median Home Value

$232,000

Median Rent

$1,211/mo

Population

47,167

College Educated

39%

Homeownership

70%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Community Profile

Martinez has a median household income of $83,349. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $232,000, with a median rent of $1,211/month. The local poverty rate of 8.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State: Georgia
Elementary: 5
Middle: 1
High: 1
Other: 3

Resources

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School District

Columbia County

30 schools · 28,854 students

Nearby Cities

Fort Gordon (1 school)

8 mi

Grovetown (8 schools)

7 mi

Hephzibah (10 schools)

Waynesboro (7 schools)

31 mi

Lincolnton (3 schools)

29 mi

Warrenton (1 school)

28 mi

Louisville (1 school)

34 mi

Other Major Cities in Georgia

Top metros statewide by school count.

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How we rate schools

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Martinez, Georgia

How many schools are in Martinez, Georgia?

Martinez has 10 schools, including 4 public and 6 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Martinez, Georgia?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Martinez is 7.7 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 Martinez, Georgia?

The top-ranked school in Martinez on MySchoolScout is Stevens Creek Elementary School with a composite score of 8.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Martinez, Georgia?

The top-ranked elementary school in Martinez on MySchoolScout is Stevens Creek Elementary School with a composite score of 8.7/10.

What is the best middle school in Martinez, Georgia?

The top-ranked middle school in Martinez on MySchoolScout is Stallings Island Middle School with a composite score of 8.3/10.

How many school districts serve Martinez, Georgia?

Martinez is served by 1 school district: Columbia County.

What is the education level in Martinez, Georgia?

According to Census data, 39% of adults in Martinez have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Martinez, Georgia?

The median household income in Martinez is approximately $83,349 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Martinez, Georgia?

Yes, Martinez has 6 private schools alongside 4 public schools. The top-rated private school is Augusta Preparatory Day School with a score of 7.6/10.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Martinez is 9.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Martinez, 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.