Towns County Elementary School

Towns County Elementary School serves 494 students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in Hiawassee, Georgia, offering a close-knit learning environment with an 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio and 44 full-time equivalent teachers. The school has earned solid recognition, ranking #573 out of 2,271 elementary schools statewide and placing in the 75th percentile with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. Academically, the school shows particular strength in mathematics, with 53% of students performing at proficient or above levels, while 45% achieve proficiency in English Language Arts and reading.

These performance levels provide a foundation for continued growth and development among the student body. The school draws from a community where the median household income is $55,076 and 30% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. With a local poverty rate of 15.1%, the school serves families across diverse economic backgrounds in an area where median home values reach $283,300.

Towns County Elementary operates in Georgia's scenic mountain region, situated in a remote rural setting that offers students and families the benefits of small-town community life while maintaining access to quality public education in the foothills of the North Georgia mountains.

Located in a rural area, Towns County Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.