For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,497 students in Cornelia, GA.
The top ranked public schools in Cornelia, GA are Level Grove Elementary School, South Habersham Middle School and Cornelia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cornelia, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Georgia public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Cornelia have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Cornelia, GA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Level Grove Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2525 Level Grove Rd
Cornelia, GA 30531
(706) 778-3087
Cornelia, GA 30531
(706) 778-3087
Grades: PK-5
| 594 students
Rank: #22.
South Habersham Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
237 Old Athens Hwy
Cornelia, GA 30531
(706) 778-7121
Cornelia, GA 30531
(706) 778-7121
Grades: 6-8
| 438 students
Rank: #33.
Cornelia Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
375 Old Cleveland Rd
Cornelia, GA 30531
(706) 778-6526
Cornelia, GA 30531
(706) 778-6526
Grades: PK-5
| 465 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Cornelia, GA?
The top ranked public schools in Cornelia, GA include Level Grove Elementary School, South Habersham Middle School and Cornelia Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Cornelia?
3 public schools are located in Cornelia.
What is the racial composition of students in Cornelia?
Cornelia public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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