Best Schools in Sugar Hill, Georgia
9 schools · 4 Elementary · 3 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Sugar Hill by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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White Oak Elementary School
Elementary · Gwinnett County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
North Gwinnett Middle School
Middle · Gwinnett County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Sugar Hill Elementary School
Elementary · Gwinnett County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Sugar Hill for 2026 are White Oak Elementary School (9.2/10), North Gwinnett Middle School (9.0/10), and Sugar Hill Elementary School (8.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 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
9
6 public · 3 private
Avg Score
8.0
out of 10
Median Home
$367,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
9
6 public · 3 private
Avg Score
8.0
out of 10
Median Home
$367,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +6.9 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Sugar Hill schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Sugar Hill
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | White Oak Elementary School | 9.2 / 10 |
| 2 | North Gwinnett Middle School | 9.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Sugar Hill Elementary School | 8.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Lanier Middle School | 8.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Sycamore Elementary School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Lanier High School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 7 | Sugar Hill Christian Academy | 5.8 / 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
- 8.0/10
- Median household income
- $97,339
- Median home value
- $367,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 40%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
86% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Sugar Hill compares
Georgia rank
#9 of 240
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.7
above Georgia avg (6.3)
Median household income
$97k
140% of Georgia median
Schools in this city
7
About Schools in Sugar Hill, Georgia
Sugar Hill, Georgia is home to 9 schools, including 6 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 8.0 out of 10, schools in Sugar Hill 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 Sugar Hill is White Oak Elementary School with a composite score of 9.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Sugar Hill is served by 1 school district: Gwinnett County. These districts collectively serve 182,214 students.
Sugar Hill's community shows 40% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $97,339. The poverty rate in the area is 11.2%.
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 | 709 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.2 | ||
| 2 | 1,145 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.8 | ||
| 3 | 768 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.4 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | The Goddard School
Private
13 students · Kindergarten–Kindergarten | — | ||
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,242 students · 6th–8th | 9.0 | ||
| 2 | 1,295 students · 6th–8th | 8.7 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Stepping Stone Montessori
Private
11 students · 1st–3rd | — | ||
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,861 students · 9th–12th | 7.2 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sugar Hill Christian Academy
Private
440 students · Pre-K–12th | 5.8 |
Schools in Sugar Hill
Sugar Hill, Georgia · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$97,339
Median Home Value
$367,000
Median Rent
$1,611/mo
Population
56,309
College Educated
40%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Community Profile
Sugar Hill has a median household income of $97,339. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $367,000, with a median rent of $1,611/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.2%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Georgia
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
Resources
School District
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 Sugar Hill, Georgia
How many schools are in Sugar Hill, Georgia?
Sugar Hill has 9 schools, including 6 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Sugar Hill, Georgia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sugar Hill is 8.0 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 Sugar Hill, Georgia?
The top-ranked school in Sugar Hill on MySchoolScout is White Oak Elementary School with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Sugar Hill, Georgia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Sugar Hill on MySchoolScout is White Oak Elementary School with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Sugar Hill, Georgia?
The top-ranked middle school in Sugar Hill on MySchoolScout is North Gwinnett Middle School with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best high school in Sugar Hill, Georgia?
The top-ranked high school in Sugar Hill on MySchoolScout is Lanier High School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
How many school districts serve Sugar Hill, Georgia?
Sugar Hill is served by 1 school district: Gwinnett County.
What is the education level in Sugar Hill, Georgia?
According to Census data, 40% of adults in Sugar Hill have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Sugar Hill, Georgia?
The median household income in Sugar Hill is approximately $97,339 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Sugar Hill, Georgia?
Yes, Sugar Hill has 3 private schools alongside 6 public schools. The top-rated private school is Sugar Hill Christian Academy with a score of 5.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sugar Hill, Georgia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sugar Hill is 12.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sugar Hill, 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.