Fayette County Schools & Education
Fayette County, Georgia
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
62/100
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
$8,141
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,405
School Score
62/100
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
#38
of 159 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Fayette County
School Verdict
Fayette County performs at an average level with a school score of 62/100 and a solid graduation rate of 91.0%.
Funding Context
Fayette County spends $8,141 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Fayette County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 24% above the Georgia average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 2.9 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 10% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Fayette County, Georgia
Fayette County's Robust Suburban System
Fayette County supports 25 public schools and a large student body of over 20,000 learners. The infrastructure is diverse, featuring 15 elementary schools, five middle schools, and five high schools across two distinct districts.
Strong Graduation and Quality Scores
Fayette maintains a high 91.0% graduation rate, outperforming both the state and national benchmarks. The county achieves a 56.5 school score with an investment of $8,141 per pupil, which is significantly higher than the state average spending.
A Choice Between Traditional and Charter
The Fayette County district serves 20,070 students, while the Liberty Tech Charter Academy provides a choice for 417 students. This mix offers families a rare charter option that accounts for 4% of the county's public schools.
Suburban Excellence and Large Campuses
With 14 schools in suburban locales and 11 in rural areas, Fayette offers a mix of settings and an average school size of 819 students. McIntosh High School is the largest campus, serving 1,695 students in a high-capacity environment.
Find Your Home in a Premier School District
Fayette County is widely recognized for its suburban school quality and high graduation rates. Families looking for a move should explore the local real estate market to secure access to one of Georgia's most stable and successful systems.
School Overview
Total Schools
25
in Fayette County
Total Enrollment
20,487
students
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
1
4% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
2 School Districts in Fayette County
Fayette County
State Charter Schools II- Liberty Tech Charter Academy
25 Public Schools in Fayette County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McIntosh High School | Fayette County | 9–12 | High | 1,695 |
| Whitewater High School | Fayette County | 9–12 | High | 1,387 |
| Fayette County High School | Fayette County | 9–12 | High | 1,368 |
| Starrs Mill High School | Fayette County | 9–12 | High | 1,360 |
| Sandy Creek High School | Fayette County | 9–12 | High | 1,188 |
| J.C. Booth Middle School | Fayette County | 6–8 | Middle | 1,160 |
| Rising Starr Middle School | Fayette County | 6–8 | Middle | 926 |
| Bennett's Mill Middle School | Fayette County | 6–8 | Middle | 891 |
| Flat Rock Middle School | Fayette County | 6–8 | Middle | 883 |
| Whitewater Middle School | Fayette County | 6–8 | Middle | 864 |
| Sara Harp Minter Elementary School | Fayette County | PK–5 | Primary | 783 |
| Peeples Elementary School | Fayette County | PK–5 | Primary | 723 |
| Kedron Elementary School | Fayette County | PK–5 | Primary | 716 |
| Inman Elementary | Fayette County | PK–5 | Primary | 663 |
| Spring Hill Elementary School | Fayette County | PK–5 | Primary | 655 |
| Huddleston Elementary School | Fayette County | PK–5 | Primary | 607 |
| North Fayette Elementary School | Fayette County | PK–5 | Primary | 603 |
| Crabapple Lane Elementary School | Fayette County | PK–5 | Primary | 596 |
| Robert J. Burch Elementary School | Fayette County | PK–5 | Primary | 579 |
| Braelinn Elementary School | Fayette County | PK–5 | Primary | 556 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$8,141
State avg $7,405
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Fayette County, Georgia — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Fayette County, Georgia?
Fayette County supports 25 public schools and a large student body of over 20,000 learners. The infrastructure is diverse, featuring 15 elementary schools, five middle schools, and five high schools across two distinct districts.
How do schools in Fayette County perform academically?
Fayette maintains a high 91.0% graduation rate, outperforming both the state and national benchmarks. The county achieves a 56.5 school score with an investment of $8,141 per pupil, which is significantly higher than the state average spending.
What are the major school districts in Fayette County, Georgia?
The Fayette County district serves 20,070 students, while the Liberty Tech Charter Academy provides a choice for 417 students. This mix offers families a rare charter option that accounts for 4% of the county's public schools.
What is the school experience like in Fayette County?
With 14 schools in suburban locales and 11 in rural areas, Fayette offers a mix of settings and an average school size of 819 students. McIntosh High School is the largest campus, serving 1,695 students in a high-capacity environment.
How can I find homes near good schools in Fayette County, Georgia?
Fayette County is widely recognized for its suburban school quality and high graduation rates. Families looking for a move should explore the local real estate market to secure access to one of Georgia's most stable and successful systems.
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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.