Summary:
The city of Georgetown, Georgia is home to two public schools: Quitman County Elementary and Quitman County High School, both of which serve the Quitman County school district. Unfortunately, the data paints a concerning picture, as both schools are underperforming compared to state averages across a variety of key metrics.
Quitman County Elementary is ranked in the bottom 3% of Georgia elementary schools, with a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school has significantly lower proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies compared to the state averages. For example, in 2024-2025, the school had 0% proficiency in 3rd grade ELA, while the state average was 34.9%. Similarly, Quitman County High School is ranked in the bottom 8% of Georgia high schools, also with a 0-star rating, and struggles with low test scores and a graduation rate below the state average.
Both schools serve a high-poverty student population, with Quitman County Elementary having a 100% free/reduced lunch rate and Quitman County High School at 81.82%. Despite the higher-than-average spending per student, the schools have not shown significant improvements in their academic performance over the years, suggesting a need for a comprehensive review of the educational strategies and support systems in place. Overall, the data indicates that the schools in Georgetown, Georgia face significant challenges in providing a quality education to their students.
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