For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,383 students in Midland, GA (there are , serving 64 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Midland, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in Midland, GA are Mathews Elementary School, Aaron Cohn Middle School and Midland Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Midland, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Georgia public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Midland have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Midland, GA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mathews Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7533 Lynch Rd
Midland, GA 31820
(706) 569-3656
Midland, GA 31820
(706) 569-3656
Grades: PK-5
| 710 students
Rank: #22.
Aaron Cohn Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7352 Garrett Rd
Midland, GA 31820
(706) 569-3801
Midland, GA 31820
(706) 569-3801
Grades: 6-8
| 549 students
Rank: #33.
Midland Academy
(Math: 24% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7373 Psalmond Rd
Midland, GA 31820
(706) 569-3664
Midland, GA 31820
(706) 569-3664
Grades: PK-5
| 605 students
Rank: #44.
Midland Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6990 Warm Springs Rd
Midland, GA 31820
(706) 569-3673
Midland, GA 31820
(706) 569-3673
Grades: 6-8
| 459 students
Rank: #55.
Muscogee Youth Development Campus
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7700 Chattsworth Rd
Midland, GA 31820
(706) 569-2863
Midland, GA 31820
(706) 569-2863
Grades: 5-12
| 43 students
Rank: n/an/a
Aaron Cohn Regional Youth Detention Center
Alternative School
7700-b Chattsworth Rd
Midland, GA 31820
(706) 568-2498
Midland, GA 31820
(706) 568-2498
Grades: 5-12
| 17 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Midland, GA?
The top ranked public schools in Midland, GA include Mathews Elementary School, Aaron Cohn Middle School and Midland Academy.
How many public schools are located in Midland?
6 public schools are located in Midland.
What percentage of students in Midland go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Midland are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Midland?
Midland public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Midland are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Midland include: Midland Academy vs. Mathews Elementary School, Mathews Elementary School vs. Midland Academy, Muscogee Youth Development Campus vs. Mathews Elementary School
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