For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,407 students in Pearson, GA.
The top ranked public schools in Pearson, GA are Pearson Elementary School, Atkinson County High School and Atkinson County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pearson, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Pearson have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Pearson, GA (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pearson Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
563 King St N
Pearson, GA 31642
(912) 422-3882
Pearson, GA 31642
(912) 422-3882
Gr: PK-5 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Atkinson County High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
145 Rebel Ln
Pearson, GA 31642
(912) 422-3267
Pearson, GA 31642
(912) 422-3267
Gr: 9-12 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Atkinson County Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
145 Rebel Ln
Pearson, GA 31642
(912) 422-3267
Pearson, GA 31642
(912) 422-3267
Gr: 6-8 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Pearson, GA?
The top ranked public schools in Pearson, GA include Pearson Elementary School, Atkinson County High School and Atkinson County Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Pearson?
3 public schools are located in Pearson.
What is the racial composition of students in Pearson?
Pearson public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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