For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,024 students in Dahlonega, GA.
The top ranked public schools in Dahlonega, GA are Long Branch Elementary School, Cottrell Elementary School and Lumpkin County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dahlonega, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Georgia public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Dahlonega have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Dahlonega, GA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Long Branch Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4518 Highway 52 E
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-5361
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-5361
Grades: PK-5
| 395 students
Rank: #22.
Cottrell Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
220 Pine Tree Way
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-3254
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-3254
Grades: PK-5
| 580 students
Rank: #33.
Lumpkin County High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2001 Indian Dr
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-6186
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-6186
Grades: 9-12
| 1,158 students
Rank: #44.
Lumpkin County Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
152 School Dr
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-6180
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-6180
Grades: 6-8
| 891 students
Dahlonega, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Lumpkin County Alternative School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
152 School Dr
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-6180
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-6180
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Dahlonega, GA?
The top ranked public schools in Dahlonega, GA include Long Branch Elementary School, Cottrell Elementary School and Lumpkin County High School.
How many public schools are located in Dahlonega?
4 public schools are located in Dahlonega.
What is the racial composition of students in Dahlonega?
Dahlonega public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Dahlonega are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Dahlonega include: Long Branch Elementary School vs. Cottrell Elementary School, Cottrell Elementary School vs. Long Branch Elementary School
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