For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,197 students in Blackshear, GA (there are , serving 97 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Blackshear, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in Blackshear, GA are Midway Elementary School, Pierce County High School and Pierce County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Blackshear, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Blackshear have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Blackshear, GA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Midway Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3244 Midway Church Rd
Blackshear, GA 31516
(912) 807-0084
Blackshear, GA 31516
(912) 807-0084
Gr: PK-5 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Pierce County High School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4850 County Farm Rd
Blackshear, GA 31516
(912) 449-2055
Blackshear, GA 31516
(912) 449-2055
Gr: 9-12 | 1,062 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Pierce County Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5216 County Farm Rd
Blackshear, GA 31516
(912) 449-2077
Blackshear, GA 31516
(912) 449-2077
Gr: 6-8 | 811 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #44.
Blackshear Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5217 Ga Highway 121
Blackshear, GA 31516
(912) 449-2088
Blackshear, GA 31516
(912) 449-2088
Gr: PK-5 | 845 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Blackshear, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in Blackshear, GA include Midway Elementary School, Pierce County High School and Pierce County Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Blackshear?
4 public schools are located in Blackshear.
What percentage of students in Blackshear go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Blackshear are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Blackshear?
Blackshear public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Blackshear are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Blackshear include: Midway Elementary School vs. Blackshear Elementary School, Blackshear Elementary School vs. Midway Elementary School
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