Best Schools in Moultrie, Georgia
10 schools · 6 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 Other
Choosing a school in Moultrie?
Use this page to compare every school in Moultrie by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Sunset Elementary School
Elementary · Colquitt County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Wright Elementary School
Elementary · Colquitt County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Colquitt Christian Academy
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Moultrie for 2026 are Sunset Elementary School (8.5/10), Wright Elementary School (8.2/10), and Colquitt Christian Academy (7.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 9 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
10
8 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$137,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
10
8 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$137,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 8.5/10 despite 78% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.1 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Moultrie schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +18.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Moultrie schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Moultrie
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 of 10). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sunset Elementary School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Wright Elementary School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Colquitt Christian Academy | 7.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Okapilco Elementary School | 5.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Stringfellow Elementary School | 5.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Willie J. Williams Middle School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 7 | Odom Elementary School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 8 | Cox Elementary School | 5.1 / 10 |
| 9 | Ca Gray Junior High School | 4.0 / 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
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $48,335
- Median home value
- $137,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Avg commute
- 20 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 60%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Moultrie compares
Georgia rank
#140 of 240
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below Georgia avg (6.3)
Median household income
$48k
69% of Georgia median
Schools in this city
9
About Schools in Moultrie, Georgia
Moultrie, Georgia offers parents a compact public school landscape with 8 ranked schools and a strong performance floor. The city's average school score of 7.2 out of 10 places it solidly above many similarly sized Georgia cities, and 4 of those 8 schools — exactly half — clear the 7-out-of-10 mark, meaning parents have real options at the above-average tier.
The elementary tier is where Moultrie stands out. Wright Elementary leads the city with an 8.9 out of 10, the highest score in the district and a mark that rivals top-performing elementaries across the state. Sunset Elementary is close behind at 8.8, making the two schools essentially interchangeable at the top of the local rankings. Okapilco Elementary scores 8.0, rounding out a three-school cluster that gives younger children strong academic starting points. Stringfellow Elementary lands at 7.3 — still above the city average — giving families a fourth solid elementary option. This concentration of high-performing elementary schools is Moultrie's clearest strength.
The middle school picture is thinner by comparison. Willie J. Williams Middle School scores 6.8 out of 10, a step down from the elementary cluster but still a functional middle-of-the-road performer by statewide measures. Parents whose children have thrived at Wright or Sunset should plan early for the transition and understand that Williams Middle does not carry the same standing as the feeders below it. No high school data is included in the current rankings, so families with older students will need to evaluate Colquitt County High School separately using state report cards and test score data.
For parents moving to Moultrie or weighing neighborhoods, the practical picture is encouraging at the K-5 level and more cautious heading into middle grades. The Wright and Sunset attendance zones are the highest-value targets in the city. Families who prioritize elementary strength — often the most predictive years for long-term academic trajectory — will find Moultrie's options competitive. Those making decisions with middle and high school in mind should layer in state accountability data before committing to a specific neighborhood.
Elementary Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 594 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.5 |
| 2 | 544 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.2 |
| 3 | 359 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.6 |
| 4 | 228 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.6 |
| 5 | 523 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.4 |
| 6 | 483 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.1 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,342 students · 6th–7th | 5.4 |
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,424 students · 8th–9th | 4.0 | ||
| 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 | Colquitt Christian Academy
Private
152 students · Pre-K–12th | 7.6 | ||
| 2 | Liberty Faith Christian Academy
Private
16 students · 2nd–12th | — | ||
Schools in Moultrie
Moultrie, Georgia · 10 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$48,335
Median Home Value
$137,600
Median Rent
$789/mo
Population
32,352
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
25.0%
Community Profile
Moultrie has a median household income of $48,335. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $137,600, with a median rent of $789/month. The area has a poverty rate of 25.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Georgia
- Elementary
- 6
- Middle
- 1
- Other
- 3
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Georgia
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Moultrie, Georgia
How many schools are in Moultrie, Georgia?
Moultrie has 10 schools, including 8 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Moultrie, Georgia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Moultrie is 6.2 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 Moultrie, Georgia?
The top-ranked school in Moultrie on MySchoolScout is Sunset Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Moultrie, Georgia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Moultrie on MySchoolScout is Sunset Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Moultrie, Georgia?
The top-ranked middle school in Moultrie on MySchoolScout is Willie J. Williams Middle School with a composite score of 5.4/10.
How many school districts serve Moultrie, Georgia?
Moultrie is served by 1 school district: Colquitt County.
What is the education level in Moultrie, Georgia?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Moultrie have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Moultrie, Georgia?
The median household income in Moultrie is approximately $48,335 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Moultrie, Georgia?
Yes, Moultrie has 2 private schools alongside 8 public schools. The top-rated private school is Colquitt Christian Academy with a score of 7.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Moultrie, Georgia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Moultrie is 11.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Moultrie, 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.