For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,872 students in Gilmer County, GA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Gilmer County, GA are Clear Creek Elementary School, Mountain View Elementary School and Ellijay Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gilmer County, GA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in Gilmer County have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public elementary school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Gilmer County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Clear Creek Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
901 Clear Creek School Drive
Ellijay, GA 30536
(706) 276-5010
Ellijay, GA 30536
(706) 276-5010
Grades: PK-5
| 589 students
Rank: #22.
Mountain View Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
350 Calvin Jackson Dr
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5100
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5100
Grades: PK-5
| 642 students
Rank: #33.
Ellijay Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
32 Mccutchen St
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5020
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5020
Grades: PK-5
| 757 students
Rank: #44.
Clear Creek Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
346 Clear Creek School Dr
Ellijay, GA 30536
(706) 276-5150
Ellijay, GA 30536
(706) 276-5150
Grades: 6-8
| 884 students
Gilmer County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1860 S Main St
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5030
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5030
Grades: 5-6
| 675 students
Mountain Innovation Program (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1860 S Main St
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5007
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5007
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
8264 Hwy 52 East
Ellijay, GA 30536
(706) 276-5040
Ellijay, GA 30536
(706) 276-5040
Grades: K-5
| 293 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Gilmer County, GA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Gilmer County, GA include Clear Creek Elementary School, Mountain View Elementary School and Ellijay Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Gilmer County?
4 public elementary schools are located in Gilmer County.
What is the racial composition of students in Gilmer County?
Gilmer County public elementary schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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