Best Schools in Royston, Georgia
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Royston Elementary School
Elementary · Franklin County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$173,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$173,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +8.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Royston schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Royston
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Royston Elementary School | 7.2 / 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
- 7.2/10
- Median household income
- $55,583
- Median home value
- $173,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 69%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Royston compares
Median household income
$56k
80% of Georgia median
About Schools in Royston, Georgia
Royston, Georgia is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Royston 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 Royston is Royston Elementary School with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Royston is served by 1 school district: Franklin County. These districts collectively serve 3,557 students.
Royston's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $55,583. The poverty rate in the area is 16.0%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 514 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.2 |
Schools in Royston
Royston, Georgia · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$55,583
Median Home Value
$173,900
Median Rent
$769/mo
Population
8,088
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
16.0%
Community Profile
Royston has a median household income of $55,583. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $173,900, with a median rent of $769/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.0%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Georgia
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Royston, Georgia
How many schools are in Royston, Georgia?
Royston has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Royston, Georgia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Royston is 7.2 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 Royston, Georgia?
The top-ranked school in Royston on MySchoolScout is Royston Elementary School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Royston, Georgia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Royston on MySchoolScout is Royston Elementary School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
How many school districts serve Royston, Georgia?
Royston is served by 1 school district: Franklin County.
What is the education level in Royston, Georgia?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Royston have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Royston, Georgia?
The median household income in Royston is approximately $55,583 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Royston, Georgia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Royston is 13.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Royston, 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.