Best Schools in Newton, Georgia
2 schools · 2 Other
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Baker County K12 School
Other · Baker County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$112,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$112,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +3.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Newton schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Newton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baker County K12 School | 6.7 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.7/10
- Median household income
- $46,351
- Median home value
- $112,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 14%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Newton compares
Median household income
$46k
66% of Georgia median
About Schools in Newton, Georgia
Newton, Georgia is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span .
With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in Newton 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 Newton is Baker County K12 School with a composite score of 6.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Newton is served by 1 school district: Baker County. These districts collectively serve 296 students.
Newton's community shows 14% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $46,351. The poverty rate in the area is 31.1%.
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.
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 293 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.7 |
| 2 | 3 students · Kindergarten–12th | — |
Schools in Newton
Newton, Georgia · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$46,351
Median Home Value
$112,500
Median Rent
$618/mo
Population
1,869
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
68%
Poverty Rate
31.1%
Community Profile
Newton has a median household income of $46,351. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $112,500, with a median rent of $618/month. The area has a poverty rate of 31.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Georgia
- Other
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Newton, Georgia
How many schools are in Newton, Georgia?
Newton has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Newton, Georgia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Newton is 6.7 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 Newton, Georgia?
The top-ranked school in Newton on MySchoolScout is Baker County K12 School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Newton, Georgia?
Newton is served by 1 school district: Baker County.
What is the education level in Newton, Georgia?
According to Census data, 14% of adults in Newton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Newton, Georgia?
The median household income in Newton is approximately $46,351 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Newton, Georgia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Newton is 7.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Newton, 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.