Best Schools in Milledgeville, Georgia
12 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 5 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Milledgeville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Oak Hill MS
Middle · Baldwin County. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Lakeview Academy
Elementary · Baldwin County. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Midway Hills Academy
Elementary · Baldwin County. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Milledgeville for 2026 are Oak Hill MS (7.9/10), Lakeview Academy (7.7/10), and Midway Hills Academy (7.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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
12
7 public · 5 private
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$167,700
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
12
7 public · 5 private
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$167,700
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +11.6 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Milledgeville schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Milledgeville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 rated schools; 12 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oak Hill MS | 7.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Lakeview Academy | 7.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Midway Hills Academy | 7.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Baldwin High School | 4.9 / 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
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $55,371
- Median home value
- $167,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 26%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 63%
64% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Milledgeville compares
Georgia rank
#102 of 243
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.2
above Georgia avg (6.3)
Median household income
$55k
79% of Georgia median
Schools in this city
11
Baldwin County runs 86% of Milledgeville's public schools
Milledgeville touches 2 districts, but Baldwin County is the one most addresses actually attend.
Baldwin County accounts for 6 of 7 public schools (86%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 4 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.9 to 7.9 — the spread is inside Milledgeville, not a citywide average.
- Baldwin County6 public · 86%
- Department of Juvenile Justice1 public · 14%
About Schools in Milledgeville, Georgia
Milledgeville, Georgia is home to 12 schools, including 7 public schools and 5 private schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Milledgeville 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 Milledgeville is Oak Hill MS with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Milledgeville is served by 2 school districts: Department of Juvenile Justice, Baldwin County. These districts collectively serve 5,010 students.
Milledgeville's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $55,371. The poverty rate in the area is 22.3%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 635 students · 3rd–5th | 7.7 |
| 2 | 476 students · Pre-K–2nd | 7.5 |
| 3 | 413 students · 3rd–5th | 7.4 |
| 4 | 810 students · Pre-K–2nd | 4.5 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 960 students · 6th–8th | 7.9 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,294 students · 9th–12th | 4.9 |
| 2 | 13 students · 5th–12th | — |
Other Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | John Milledge AcademyPrivate 452 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated |
| 2 | John Milledge AcademyPrivate 452 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated |
| 3 | John Milledge Academy MiddlePrivate 451 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated |
| 4 | 454 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated |
| 5 | E.b.l.a. H.s. AcademyPrivate 65 students · 1st–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Milledgeville
Milledgeville, Georgia · 12 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$55,371
Median Home Value
$167,700
Median Rent
$864/mo
Population
41,194
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Community Profile
Milledgeville has a median household income of $55,371. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $167,700, with a median rent of $864/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Georgia
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 5
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Milledgeville, Georgia
How many schools are in Milledgeville, Georgia?
Milledgeville has 12 schools, including 7 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Milledgeville, Georgia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Milledgeville is 6.5 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 Milledgeville, Georgia?
The top-ranked school in Milledgeville on MySchoolScout is Oak Hill MS with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Milledgeville, Georgia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Milledgeville on MySchoolScout is Lakeview Academy with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Milledgeville, Georgia?
The top-ranked middle school in Milledgeville on MySchoolScout is Oak Hill MS with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best high school in Milledgeville, Georgia?
The top-ranked high school in Milledgeville on MySchoolScout is Baldwin High School with a composite score of 4.9/10.
How many school districts serve Milledgeville, Georgia?
Milledgeville is served by 2 school districts: Department of Juvenile Justice, Baldwin County.
What is the education level in Milledgeville, Georgia?
According to Census data, 26% of adults in Milledgeville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Milledgeville, Georgia?
The median household income in Milledgeville is approximately $55,371 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Milledgeville, Georgia?
Yes, Milledgeville has 5 private schools alongside 7 public schools. The top-rated private school is John Milledge Academy with a score of 7.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Milledgeville, Georgia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Milledgeville is 11.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Milledgeville, 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.