For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 516 students in Shellman, GA.
The top-ranked public school in Shellman, GA is Southwest Georgia S.t.e.m. Charter Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Shellman, GA public school have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Shellman have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Shellman, GA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southwest Georgia S.t.e.m. Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
185 Pecan St
Shellman, GA 39886
(229) 345-3033
Shellman, GA 39886
(229) 345-3033
Gr: PK-12 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Shellman, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in Shellman, GA include Southwest Georgia S.t.e.m. Charter Academy.
How many public schools are located in Shellman?
1 public schools are located in Shellman.
What is the racial composition of students in Shellman?
Shellman public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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