For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,624 students in Statham, GA.
The top-ranked public schools in Statham, GA are Dove Creek Elementary School, Bear Creek Middle School and Statham Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Statham, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Statham have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Statham, GA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dove Creek Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7921 Hog Mountain Road
Statham, GA 30666
(706) 310-2019
Statham, GA 30666
(706) 310-2019
Gr: PK-5 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Bear Creek Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
228 Jefferson St
Statham, GA 30666
(770) 867-2116
Statham, GA 30666
(770) 867-2116
Gr: 6-8 | 742 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Statham Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1970 Broad St
Statham, GA 30666
(770) 725-7112
Statham, GA 30666
(770) 725-7112
Gr: PK-5 | 817 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: n/an/a
7915 Hog Mountain Rd
Statham, GA 30666
(706) 310-2017
Statham, GA 30666
(706) 310-2017
Gr: 6-8 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Statham, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in Statham, GA include Dove Creek Elementary School, Bear Creek Middle School and Statham Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Statham?
4 public schools are located in Statham.
What is the racial composition of students in Statham?
Statham public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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