Pierce County


Summary:

The Pierce County school district in Georgia consists of 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. Overall, the district appears to be performing very well, with several standout schools delivering excellent educational outcomes for their students.

Pierce County High School consistently ranks among the top schools in the state, with a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. It has strong test scores, a high graduation rate, and a relatively low student-teacher ratio. At the elementary level, Midway Elementary School and Patterson Elementary School also perform exceptionally well, ranking in the top 10% and top half of Georgia elementary schools, respectively.

The schools in the district generally outperform the state averages on the Georgia Milestones assessments, particularly in math and science. However, there is a noticeable gap in performance between the elementary/middle schools and the high school, with the high school significantly outperforming the other levels. Additionally, the high free/reduced lunch rates at some of the schools suggest a need to address socioeconomic challenges and ensure equitable access to resources. Overall, the data indicates a strong school district with several standout institutions that are delivering high-quality education to their students.

District Detail

 834 East Main Street
Blackshear, GA 31516

 (912) 449-2044

SchoolDigger Rank:
11th of 206 Georgia districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 3,647

Primary Schools: 3
Middle Schools: 1
High Schools: 1
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Georgia Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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