For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 522 students in Fortson, GA.
The top ranked public school in Fortson, GA is New Mountain Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Fortson, GA public school have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Fortson have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Fortson, GA (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Mountain Hill Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
33 Mountain Hill Rd
Fortson, GA 31808
(706) 323-1144
Fortson, GA 31808
(706) 323-1144
Gr: PK-4 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Fortson, GA?
The top ranked public schools in Fortson, GA include New Mountain Hill Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Fortson?
1 public schools are located in Fortson.
What is the racial composition of students in Fortson?
Fortson public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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