Morgan County

Morgan County School District in Madison, Georgia, serves approximately 3,562 students across four schools (PK-12) and ranks 32nd statewide (84th percentile) with a 4-star rating. The district’s standout is Morgan County Middle School, which jumped 75 spots in statewide ranking to 108th (81st percentile) and posted a perfect 100% proficiency rate on the Algebra I End of Course exam—more than double the state average. Morgan County Elementary School delivers consistent excellence with a 71% 3rd-grade math proficiency rate (23 points above state) and the district’s lowest chronic absenteeism at 6.9%. Morgan County High School maintains a strong 93.1% graduation rate but saw its ranking slip to 199th (56th percentile) amid year-over-year declines in Algebra I, Biology, and US History.

Across the district, students outperform state averages in nearly every subject, with the largest advantages in 8th-grade math (+23.1 points) and 3rd-grade math (+22.7 points). The middle school shows a clear math pathway, improving from 55.4% proficiency in 6th grade to 69.4% in 8th grade, while 81.5% of its 8th graders passed the High School Physical Science exam. Chronic absenteeism is a district-wide strength—all four schools stay below 13.5%, compared to the state’s 17.7%—despite 45-56% of students qualifying for free/reduced lunch. Per-student spending ranges from $13,029 at the elementary school to $15,405 at Morgan County Primary School, with favorable student-teacher ratios (12.5:1 to 14.8:1).

For parents, the key takeaway is that Morgan County offers a strong, upward-trending system with particular excellence in math and early-grade literacy. The middle school’s accelerated math program is exceptional, while the elementary school’s low absenteeism and high proficiency make it a reliable choice. The high school’s recent academic dip is worth monitoring, but its graduation and dropout rates remain solid. The district’s ability to outperform state averages while serving a economically diverse population suggests effective instructional practices and strong student support. English Language Arts scores from the most recent year are not yet available; prior-year data showed positive trends, especially in 5th grade.