Best Schools in Rockmart, Georgia
5 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Rockmart by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Sara M. Ragsdale Elementary
Elementary · Paulding County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Eastside Elementary School
Elementary · Polk County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Rockmart High School
High · Polk County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Rockmart for 2026 are Sara M. Ragsdale Elementary (7.2/10), Eastside Elementary School (5.8/10), and Rockmart High School (5.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$184,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$184,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +8.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Rockmart schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Rockmart
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sara M. Ragsdale Elementary | 7.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Eastside Elementary School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Rockmart High School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Van Wert Elementary School | 4.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Rockmart Middle School | 4.2 / 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
- 5.5/10
- Median household income
- $55,704
- Median home value
- $184,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Avg commute
- 33 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 66%
20% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Rockmart compares
Georgia rank
#183 of 240
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.7
below Georgia avg (6.3)
Median household income
$56k
80% of Georgia median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Rockmart, Georgia
Rockmart, Georgia is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Rockmart 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 Rockmart is Sara M. Ragsdale Elementary with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Rockmart is served by 2 school districts: Paulding County, Polk County. These districts collectively serve 39,724 students.
Rockmart's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $55,704. The poverty rate in the area is 15.8%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 648 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.2 |
| 2 | 771 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.8 |
| 3 | 687 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.7 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 679 students · 6th–8th | 4.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 967 students · 9th–12th | 5.8 |
Schools in Rockmart
Rockmart, Georgia · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$55,704
Median Home Value
$184,500
Median Rent
$1,015/mo
Population
18,006
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Community Profile
Rockmart has a median household income of $55,704. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $184,500, with a median rent of $1,015/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.8%. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Georgia
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School Districts (2)
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Georgia
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Rockmart, Georgia
How many schools are in Rockmart, Georgia?
Rockmart has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Rockmart, Georgia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Rockmart is 5.5 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 Rockmart, Georgia?
The top-ranked school in Rockmart on MySchoolScout is Sara M. Ragsdale Elementary with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Rockmart, Georgia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Rockmart on MySchoolScout is Sara M. Ragsdale Elementary with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Rockmart, Georgia?
The top-ranked middle school in Rockmart on MySchoolScout is Rockmart Middle School with a composite score of 4.2/10.
What is the best high school in Rockmart, Georgia?
The top-ranked high school in Rockmart on MySchoolScout is Rockmart High School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
How many school districts serve Rockmart, Georgia?
Rockmart is served by 2 school districts: Paulding County, Polk County.
What is the education level in Rockmart, Georgia?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Rockmart have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Rockmart, Georgia?
The median household income in Rockmart is approximately $55,704 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Rockmart, Georgia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Rockmart is 14.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Rockmart, 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.