Catoosa County Schools & Education
Catoosa County, Georgia
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
53/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
90.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
90.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 88.1%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,653
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,405
School Score
53/100
Higher = better
State avg 50/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#68
of 159 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Catoosa County
School Verdict
Catoosa County performs at an average level with a school score of 53/100 and a solid graduation rate of 90.0%.
Funding Context
At $7,653 per pupil, Catoosa County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Catoosa County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 7% above the Georgia average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 1.9 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 3% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Catoosa County, Georgia
Suburban Excellence in Catoosa County
Catoosa County operates 16 public schools that serve a total of 10,426 students. The system is well-distributed with 10 elementary schools, three middle schools, and three high schools under a single district.
Competitive Scores and Solid Graduation Rates
Catoosa County delivers a 90.0% graduation rate, outperforming both state and national benchmarks. The county's school score of 54.9 is supported by a per-pupil expenditure of $7,653, which is higher than the state average.
Unified District Serving a Growing Population
The Catoosa County school district manages the entire local student body of over 10,000 students. The district maintains traditional public school offerings across its 16 campuses with no charter schools currently in operation.
Large Suburban Campuses Near the Border
The majority of schools are in suburban locales, creating a consistent neighborhood feel for the average student body of 652. Heritage High School is the largest in the county with 1,242 students, representing the area's modern, large-scale facilities.
Search for Homes in Suburban Catoosa
Catoosa County is a prime location for families seeking a suburban lifestyle with school performance that beats state averages. High-performing schools like Ringgold and Heritage make the surrounding neighborhoods highly desirable for buyers.
School Overview
Total Schools
16
in Catoosa County
Total Enrollment
10,426
students
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
1 School District in Catoosa County
Catoosa County
16 Public Schools in Catoosa County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage High School | Catoosa County | 9–12 | High | 1,242 |
| Ringgold High School | Catoosa County | 9–12 | High | 1,053 |
| Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe High School | Catoosa County | 9–12 | High | 1,023 |
| Heritage Middle School | Catoosa County | 6–8 | Middle | 882 |
| Ringgold Middle School | Catoosa County | 6–8 | Middle | 765 |
| Lakeview Middle School | Catoosa County | 6–8 | Middle | 690 |
| Boynton Elementary School | Catoosa County | PK–5 | Primary | 602 |
| Graysville Elementary School | Catoosa County | KG–5 | Primary | 591 |
| Ringgold Primary School | Catoosa County | PK–2 | Primary | 552 |
| West Side Elementary School | Catoosa County | PK–5 | Primary | 508 |
| Battlefield Primary | Catoosa County | PK–2 | Primary | 492 |
| Tiger Creek Elementary School | Catoosa County | PK–5 | Primary | 477 |
| Ringgold Elementary School | Catoosa County | 3–5 | Primary | 441 |
| Battlefield Elementary School | Catoosa County | 3–5 | Primary | 429 |
| Woodstation Elementary School | Catoosa County | PK–5 | Primary | 400 |
| Cloud Springs Elementary School | Catoosa County | KG–5 | Primary | 279 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,653
State avg $7,405
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Catoosa County, Georgia — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Catoosa County, Georgia?
Catoosa County operates 16 public schools that serve a total of 10,426 students. The system is well-distributed with 10 elementary schools, three middle schools, and three high schools under a single district.
How do schools in Catoosa County perform academically?
Catoosa County delivers a 90.0% graduation rate, outperforming both state and national benchmarks. The county's school score of 54.9 is supported by a per-pupil expenditure of $7,653, which is higher than the state average.
What are the major school districts in Catoosa County, Georgia?
The Catoosa County school district manages the entire local student body of over 10,000 students. The district maintains traditional public school offerings across its 16 campuses with no charter schools currently in operation.
What is the school experience like in Catoosa County?
The majority of schools are in suburban locales, creating a consistent neighborhood feel for the average student body of 652. Heritage High School is the largest in the county with 1,242 students, representing the area's modern, large-scale facilities.
How can I find homes near good schools in Catoosa County, Georgia?
Catoosa County is a prime location for families seeking a suburban lifestyle with school performance that beats state averages. High-performing schools like Ringgold and Heritage make the surrounding neighborhoods highly desirable for buyers.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.