For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 516 students in Shellman, GA.
The top ranked public school in Shellman, GA is Southwest Georgia S.t.e.m. Charter Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Shellman, GA public school have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Shellman have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Shellman, GA (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southwest Georgia S.t.e.m. Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
185 Pecan St
Shellman, GA 39886
(229) 345-3033
Shellman, GA 39886
(229) 345-3033
Gr: PK-12 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Shellman, GA?
The top ranked public schools in Shellman, GA include Southwest Georgia S.t.e.m. Charter Academy.
How many public schools are located in Shellman?
1 public schools are located in Shellman.
What is the racial composition of students in Shellman?
Shellman public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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