For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,598 students in Tallapoosa, GA.
The top ranked public schools in Tallapoosa, GA are Haralson County High School, Haralson County Middle School and West Haralson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Tallapoosa, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Georgia public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Tallapoosa have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Tallapoosa, GA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Haralson County High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1655 Georgia Highway 120
Tallapoosa, GA 30176
(770) 574-7647
Tallapoosa, GA 30176
(770) 574-7647
Grades: 9-12
| 937 students
Rank: #22.
Haralson County Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2633 Georgia Highway 120
Tallapoosa, GA 30176
(770) 646-8600
Tallapoosa, GA 30176
(770) 646-8600
Grades: 6-8
| 767 students
Rank: #33.
West Haralson Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4552 Georgia Highway 100 N
Tallapoosa, GA 30176
(770) 574-7060
Tallapoosa, GA 30176
(770) 574-7060
Grades: 3-5
| 377 students
Rank: #44.
Haralson County Rebel Academy
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1655 Georgia Highway 120
Tallapoosa, GA 30176
(770) 574-7647
Tallapoosa, GA 30176
(770) 574-7647
Grades: 6-12
| 33 students
Rank: n/an/a
581 Georgia Highway 120
Tallapoosa, GA 30176
(770) 574-7444
Tallapoosa, GA 30176
(770) 574-7444
Grades: PK-2
| 484 students
Tallapoosa, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
299 Robertson Avenue
Tallapoosa, GA 30176
(770) 574-7314
Tallapoosa, GA 30176
(770) 574-7314
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Tallapoosa, GA?
The top ranked public schools in Tallapoosa, GA include Haralson County High School, Haralson County Middle School and West Haralson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Tallapoosa?
5 public schools are located in Tallapoosa.
What is the racial composition of students in Tallapoosa?
Tallapoosa public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Tallapoosa are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Tallapoosa include: Tallapoosa Primary School vs. West Haralson Elementary School
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