For the 2026 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 29% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Emerson Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Red Top Middle School
(Math: 28% | 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
Gr: 6-8 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
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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