Best Schools in Whitesburg, Georgia
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Whitesburg Elementary School
Elementary · Carroll County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.1
out of 10
Median Home
$168,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.1
out of 10
Median Home
$168,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +5.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Whitesburg schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Whitesburg
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 | Whitesburg Elementary School | 8.1 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.1/10
- Median household income
- $68,516
- Median home value
- $168,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 11%
- Avg commute
- 33 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 90%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Whitesburg compares
Median household income
$69k
98% of Georgia median
About Schools in Whitesburg, Georgia
Whitesburg, Georgia is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.1 out of 10, schools in Whitesburg 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 Whitesburg is Whitesburg Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Whitesburg is served by 1 school district: Carroll County. These districts collectively serve 16,299 students.
Whitesburg's community shows 11% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $68,516. The poverty rate in the area is 16.5%.
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 | 526 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.1 |
Schools in Whitesburg
Whitesburg, Georgia · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$68,516
Median Home Value
$168,000
Median Rent
$750/mo
Population
4,152
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
90%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
16.5%
Community Profile
Whitesburg has a median household income of $68,516. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $168,000, with a median rent of $750/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.5%. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Whitesburg, Georgia
How many schools are in Whitesburg, Georgia?
Whitesburg has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Whitesburg, Georgia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Whitesburg is 8.1 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 Whitesburg, Georgia?
The top-ranked school in Whitesburg on MySchoolScout is Whitesburg Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Whitesburg, Georgia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Whitesburg on MySchoolScout is Whitesburg Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
How many school districts serve Whitesburg, Georgia?
Whitesburg is served by 1 school district: Carroll County.
What is the education level in Whitesburg, Georgia?
According to Census data, 11% of adults in Whitesburg have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Whitesburg, Georgia?
The median household income in Whitesburg is approximately $68,516 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Whitesburg, Georgia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Whitesburg is 15.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Whitesburg, 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.