Best Schools in Villa Rica, Georgia
7 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in Villa Rica?
Use this page to compare every school in Villa Rica by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Bay Springs Middle School
Middle · Carroll County. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Mirror Lake Elementary School
Elementary · Douglas County. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Glanton-Hindsman Elementary
Elementary · Carroll County. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Villa Rica for 2026 are Bay Springs Middle School (7.9/10), Mirror Lake Elementary School (7.3/10), and Glanton-Hindsman Elementary (6.7/10), 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
7
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$257,200
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
7
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$257,200
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +7.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Villa Rica schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Villa Rica
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 rated schools; 7 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bay Springs Middle School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Mirror Lake Elementary School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Glanton-Hindsman Elementary | 6.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Ithica Elementary | 5.3 / 10 |
| 5 | New Georgia Elementary School | 4.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Villa Rica Elementary School | 4.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Villa Rica High School | 4.4 / 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
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $88,269
- Median home value
- $257,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 26%
- Avg commute
- 34 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 74%
29% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Villa Rica compares
Georgia rank
#173 of 243
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below Georgia avg (6.3)
Median household income
$88k
126% of Georgia median
Schools in this city
7
Carroll County runs 71% of Villa Rica's public schools
Villa Rica touches 3 districts, but Carroll County is the one most addresses actually attend.
Carroll County accounts for 5 of 7 public schools (71%). The other 2 districts hold the remaining 2.
Among 7 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.4 to 7.9 — the spread is inside Villa Rica, not a citywide average.
- Carroll County5 public · 71%
- Douglas County1 public · 14%
- Paulding County1 public · 14%
About Schools in Villa Rica, Georgia
Villa Rica, Georgia is home to 7 schools, including 7 public schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.9 out of 10, schools in Villa Rica show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Villa Rica is Bay Springs Middle School with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Villa Rica is served by 3 school districts: Carroll County, Douglas County, Paulding County. These districts collectively serve 73,900 students.
Villa Rica's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $88,269. The poverty rate in the area is 11.4%.
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
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 585 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.3 |
| 2 | 655 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.7 |
| 3 | 781 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.3 |
| 4 | 344 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.8 |
| 5 | 475 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.7 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 896 students · 6th–8th | 7.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,795 students · 9th–12th | 4.4 |
Schools in Villa Rica
Villa Rica, Georgia · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$88,269
Median Home Value
$257,200
Median Rent
$1,464/mo
Population
41,434
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Community Profile
Villa Rica has a median household income of $88,269. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $257,200, with a median rent of $1,464/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.4%. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Georgia
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Villa Rica, Georgia
How many schools are in Villa Rica, Georgia?
Villa Rica has 7 schools, including 7 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Villa Rica, Georgia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Villa Rica is 5.9 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 Villa Rica, Georgia?
The top-ranked school in Villa Rica on MySchoolScout is Bay Springs Middle School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Villa Rica, Georgia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Villa Rica on MySchoolScout is Mirror Lake Elementary School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Villa Rica, Georgia?
The top-ranked middle school in Villa Rica on MySchoolScout is Bay Springs Middle School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best high school in Villa Rica, Georgia?
The top-ranked high school in Villa Rica on MySchoolScout is Villa Rica High School with a composite score of 4.4/10.
How many school districts serve Villa Rica, Georgia?
Villa Rica is served by 3 school districts: Carroll County, Douglas County, Paulding County.
What is the education level in Villa Rica, Georgia?
According to Census data, 26% of adults in Villa Rica have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Villa Rica, Georgia?
The median household income in Villa Rica is approximately $88,269 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Villa Rica, Georgia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Villa Rica is 15.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Villa Rica, 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.