Effingham County Schools & Education
Effingham County, Georgia
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
49/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
91.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
91.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 88.1%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,038
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,405
School Score
49/100
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
#83
of 159 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Effingham County
School Verdict
Effingham County performs at an average level with a school score of 49/100 and a solid graduation rate of 91.0%.
Funding Context
At $7,038 per pupil, Effingham County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Effingham County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 3% below the Georgia average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 2.9 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 5% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Effingham County, Georgia
Expansive School Infrastructure in Effingham
Effingham County supports a robust educational network of 13 public schools serving over 14,000 students. The infrastructure includes eight elementary schools, three middle schools, and two large high schools managed by a single district.
Strong Graduation Success on a Lean Budget
The county maintains an impressive 91.0% graduation rate, which is four points higher than the national average. Effingham achieves a school score of 54.1 even while spending $7,038 per pupil, a figure lower than the Georgia state average of $7,405.
A Large, Centralized District
The Effingham County School District is the sole provider for the area's 14,047 students across 13 campuses. There are no charter schools in the county, meaning the district manages 100% of the local public enrollment.
Large Campuses in a Rural Setting
The average school size is quite high at 1,081 students, with 12 of the 13 schools located in rural locales. Effingham County High School is the largest campus with 2,108 students, reflecting the area's significant suburban-rural growth.
Relocate to Effingham's Growing School System
Families are increasingly drawn to Effingham County for its balance of rural character and high-capacity schools. Research homes in the area to join a community where graduation rates consistently exceed state and national benchmarks.
School Overview
Total Schools
13
in Effingham County
Total Enrollment
14,047
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 Effingham County
Effingham County
13 Public Schools in Effingham County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Effingham County High School | Effingham County | 9–12 | High | 2,108 |
| South Effingham High School | Effingham County | 9–12 | High | 1,888 |
| South Effingham Middle School | Effingham County | 6–8 | Middle | 1,097 |
| Effingham County Middle School | Effingham County | 6–8 | Middle | 1,064 |
| Rincon Elementary School | Effingham County | PK–5 | Primary | 1,047 |
| Ebenezer Elementary School | Effingham County | PK–5 | Primary | 948 |
| Ebenezer Middle School | Effingham County | 6–8 | Middle | 934 |
| Blandford Elementary School | Effingham County | PK–5 | Primary | 915 |
| South Effingham Elementary School | Effingham County | PK–5 | Primary | 906 |
| Sand Hill Elementary School | Effingham County | PK–5 | Primary | 891 |
| Marlow Elementary School | Effingham County | PK–5 | Primary | 775 |
| Guyton Elementary School | Effingham County | PK–5 | Primary | 739 |
| Springfield Elementary School | Effingham County | PK–5 | Primary | 735 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,038
State avg $7,405
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Effingham County, Georgia — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Effingham County, Georgia?
Effingham County supports a robust educational network of 13 public schools serving over 14,000 students. The infrastructure includes eight elementary schools, three middle schools, and two large high schools managed by a single district.
How do schools in Effingham County perform academically?
The county maintains an impressive 91.0% graduation rate, which is four points higher than the national average. Effingham achieves a school score of 54.1 even while spending $7,038 per pupil, a figure lower than the Georgia state average of $7,405.
What are the major school districts in Effingham County, Georgia?
The Effingham County School District is the sole provider for the area's 14,047 students across 13 campuses. There are no charter schools in the county, meaning the district manages 100% of the local public enrollment.
What is the school experience like in Effingham County?
The average school size is quite high at 1,081 students, with 12 of the 13 schools located in rural locales. Effingham County High School is the largest campus with 2,108 students, reflecting the area's significant suburban-rural growth.
How can I find homes near good schools in Effingham County, Georgia?
Families are increasingly drawn to Effingham County for its balance of rural character and high-capacity schools. Research homes in the area to join a community where graduation rates consistently exceed state and national benchmarks.
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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.