McIntosh County Schools & Education
McIntosh County, Georgia
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
71/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Higher Signal
Graduation Rate
97.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
97.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 88.1%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,218
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,405
School Score
71/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 50/100
State Score Position
#21
of 159 counties by score
Education Data Brief: McIntosh County
Measured School Summary
McIntosh County has a higher measured school signal with a school score of 71/100 and a graduation rate of 97.0%, based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-score inputs.
Funding Context
At $7,218 per pupil, McIntosh County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 41% above the Georgia average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 8.9 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 3% lower than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read McIntosh County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
3 public schools and 1 district are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
71/100
Higher measured signal. Ranks #21 of 159 Georgia counties with school score data.
Completion
97.0%
8.9 pts above the state average
Funding context
$7,218
$187 below the state average
School coverage
3
1 district represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county screens well on the combined school metrics available here. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
McIntosh County has 3 public schools across 1 district, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What McIntosh County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Small-system county
McIntosh County has a compact public-school footprint. A single school change, boundary rule, or district update can move the lived experience more than the county score suggests.
State position
#21
of 159 Georgia counties with school score data. The county score is 21 points above the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
McIntosh County
Elementary to high school visible
1,333 students
3 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
McIntosh County is the largest listed district slice, with 3 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in McIntosh County?
Which attendance zones, transfer rules, and transportation policies apply inside the local district?
What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?
If we need a program not visible in the NCES flags, which district office can confirm current offerings?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in McIntosh County, Georgia
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
Small-Scale Schooling with High Results
McIntosh County manages a compact education system consisting of just three public schools: one elementary, one middle, and one high school. These schools serve a total enrollment of 1,333 students. This streamlined infrastructure allows for a focused educational environment within a single district.
Focusing on the McIntosh County District
The McIntosh County School District serves as the sole educational provider for the county's 1,333 students. There are no charter schools in the area, ensuring a focused commitment to the local traditional public schools. This structure fosters a strong sense of continuity as students progress from elementary to high school together.
Town-Centered Learning Environments
The majority of schools are located in town settings, though one remains rural, catering to the county's diverse landscape. Schools average 444 students each, with Todd Grant Elementary being the largest at 667 students. The middle and high schools are smaller, with McIntosh Academy enrolling 395 students, creating a more personal learning atmosphere.
School Overview
Total Schools
3
in McIntosh County
Reported Enrollment
1,333
3 schools reporting
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
1 School District in McIntosh County
McIntosh County
3 Public Schools in McIntosh County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Every NCES public school remains listed here; no school-level profile pages are included in the current generated coverage for this county.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 3 of 3 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Todd Grant Elementary School | Record | McIntosh County | Darien, 31305Town: Fringe | PK–5 | Primary | 667 |
| McIntosh Academy | Record | McIntosh County | Darien, 31305Rural: Distant | 9–12 | High | 395 |
| McIntosh County Middle School | Record | McIntosh County | Darien, 31305Town: Fringe | 6–8 | Middle | 271 |
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,218
State avg $7,405
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Schools in McIntosh County, Georgia — FAQ
What does the school system look like in McIntosh County, Georgia?
McIntosh County manages a compact education system consisting of just three public schools: one elementary, one middle, and one high school. These schools serve a total enrollment of 1,333 students. This streamlined infrastructure allows for a focused educational environment within a single district.
What are the major school districts in McIntosh County, Georgia?
The McIntosh County School District serves as the sole educational provider for the county's 1,333 students. There are no charter schools in the area, ensuring a focused commitment to the local traditional public schools. This structure fosters a strong sense of continuity as students progress from elementary to high school together.
What is the school experience like in McIntosh County?
The majority of schools are located in town settings, though one remains rural, catering to the county's diverse landscape. Schools average 444 students each, with Todd Grant Elementary being the largest at 667 students. The middle and high schools are smaller, with McIntosh Academy enrolling 395 students, creating a more personal learning atmosphere.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.