For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 974 students in Emerson, GA (there are , serving 176 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in Emerson, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in Emerson, GA are Emerson Elementary School and Red Top Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Emerson, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Georgia public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Emerson have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Emerson, GA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Emerson Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
220 Old Alabama Rd Se
Emerson, GA 30137
(770) 606-5848
Emerson, GA 30137
(770) 606-5848
Grades: PK-5
| 405 students
Rank: #22.
Red Top Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
224 Old Alabama Rd Se
Emerson, GA 30137
(770) 606-5865
Emerson, GA 30137
(770) 606-5865
Grades: 6-8
| 569 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Emerson, GA?
The top ranked public schools in Emerson, GA include Emerson Elementary School and Red Top Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Emerson?
2 public schools are located in Emerson.
What percentage of students in Emerson go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in Emerson are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Emerson?
Emerson public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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