Evans County Schools & Education
Evans County, Georgia
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
21/100
Higher = better
Rating
Below Average
Graduation Rate
82.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
82.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 88.1%
Per-Pupil Spending
$6,609
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,405
School Score
21/100
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
#152
of 159 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Evans County
School Verdict
Evans County faces educational challenges with a school score of 21/100 and a graduation rate of 82.0%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $6,609 per pupil, Evans County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Evans County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 57% below the Georgia average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 6.1 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 11% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Evans County, Georgia
Evans County's Intimate Educational Setting
Evans County features a small educational landscape of five public schools serving 1,828 students. This includes a mix of primary and secondary campuses, as well as specialized alternative and juvenile justice facilities.
Investment and Graduation Trends
Evans County spends $6,609 per pupil, which is lower than the Georgia state average of $7,405. The graduation rate currently stands at 82.0%, while the composite school score is 48.5, indicating a need for continued focus on academic growth.
Diverse District Management
The Evans County School District manages four of the five local schools, while the Department of Juvenile Justice oversees a regional youth center. No charter schools currently operate within the county's borders.
Small Schools in a Rural Landscape
With an average school size of 366 students, Evans County offers some of the most intimate learning environments in the region. Most schools are rural, ranging from Claxton Elementary with 881 students to specialized programs with fewer than 50 students.
Explore Small-Town Living in Evans County
For families who prefer smaller school sizes and a rural atmosphere, Evans County provides a very manageable educational footprint. Start your home search here to find a community where your student won't get lost in the crowd.
School Overview
Total Schools
5
in Evans County
Total Enrollment
1,828
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 Evans County
Evans County
5 Public Schools in Evans County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Claxton Elementary School | Evans County | PK–5 | Primary | 881 |
| Claxton High School | Evans County | 9–12 | High | 512 |
| Claxton Middle School | Evans County | 6–8 | Middle | 379 |
| Second Chance | Evans County | 6–12 | High | 46 |
| Claxton Regional Youth Detention Center | Department of Juvenile Justice | 7–11 | Alternative | 10 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$6,609
State avg $7,405
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Evans County, Georgia — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Evans County, Georgia?
Evans County features a small educational landscape of five public schools serving 1,828 students. This includes a mix of primary and secondary campuses, as well as specialized alternative and juvenile justice facilities.
How do schools in Evans County perform academically?
Evans County spends $6,609 per pupil, which is lower than the Georgia state average of $7,405. The graduation rate currently stands at 82.0%, while the composite school score is 48.5, indicating a need for continued focus on academic growth.
What are the major school districts in Evans County, Georgia?
The Evans County School District manages four of the five local schools, while the Department of Juvenile Justice oversees a regional youth center. No charter schools currently operate within the county's borders.
What is the school experience like in Evans County?
With an average school size of 366 students, Evans County offers some of the most intimate learning environments in the region. Most schools are rural, ranging from Claxton Elementary with 881 students to specialized programs with fewer than 50 students.
How can I find homes near good schools in Evans County, Georgia?
For families who prefer smaller school sizes and a rural atmosphere, Evans County provides a very manageable educational footprint. Start your home search here to find a community where your student won't get lost in the crowd.
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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.