Pierce County Schools & Education
Pierce County, Georgia
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
37/100
Higher = better
Rating
Below Average
Graduation Rate
86.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
86.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 88.1%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,287
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,405
School Score
37/100
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
#127
of 159 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Pierce County
School Verdict
Pierce County faces educational challenges with a school score of 37/100 and a graduation rate of 86.0%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $7,287 per pupil, Pierce County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Pierce County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 26% below the Georgia average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 2.1 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 2% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Pierce County, Georgia
A Rural Network Serving Pierce County Students
Pierce County maintains a concentrated education infrastructure with five public schools managed by a single district. The system supports 3,637 students across three elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school.
Solid Performance with Efficient Local Spending
The county's 86.0% graduation rate sits just below the national average of 87.0% and the state average of 88.1%. With a per-pupil expenditure of $7,287, the district operates efficiently, nearing the state average of $7,405 while maintaining a composite school score of 52.0.
One District Leading Local Education
The Pierce County School District manages all five local schools, focusing entirely on traditional public education without any charter facilities. This unified approach ensures a consistent curriculum for the county's total enrollment of 3,637 students.
A Classic Rural School Experience
Every school in the county is classified as rural, creating a consistent environment with an average school size of 727 students. Pierce County High School is the largest campus with 1,033 students, while Patterson Elementary offers a smaller setting for 476 children.
Plant Roots in a Tight-Knit Community
Families looking for a consistent, rural education environment will find Pierce County's centralized system appealing. Use school quality and local campus proximity as your guide when exploring homes in this stable Georgia community.
School Overview
Total Schools
5
in Pierce County
Total Enrollment
3,637
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 Pierce County
Pierce County
5 Public Schools in Pierce County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pierce County High School | Pierce County | 9–12 | High | 1,033 |
| Pierce County Middle School | Pierce County | 6–8 | Middle | 827 |
| Blackshear Elementary School | Pierce County | PK–5 | Primary | 812 |
| Midway Elementary School | Pierce County | PK–5 | Primary | 489 |
| Patterson Elementary School | Pierce County | PK–5 | Primary | 476 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,287
State avg $7,405
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Pierce County, Georgia — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Pierce County, Georgia?
Pierce County maintains a concentrated education infrastructure with five public schools managed by a single district. The system supports 3,637 students across three elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school.
How do schools in Pierce County perform academically?
The county's 86.0% graduation rate sits just below the national average of 87.0% and the state average of 88.1%. With a per-pupil expenditure of $7,287, the district operates efficiently, nearing the state average of $7,405 while maintaining a composite school score of 52.0.
What are the major school districts in Pierce County, Georgia?
The Pierce County School District manages all five local schools, focusing entirely on traditional public education without any charter facilities. This unified approach ensures a consistent curriculum for the county's total enrollment of 3,637 students.
What is the school experience like in Pierce County?
Every school in the county is classified as rural, creating a consistent environment with an average school size of 727 students. Pierce County High School is the largest campus with 1,033 students, while Patterson Elementary offers a smaller setting for 476 children.
How can I find homes near good schools in Pierce County, Georgia?
Families looking for a consistent, rural education environment will find Pierce County's centralized system appealing. Use school quality and local campus proximity as your guide when exploring homes in this stable Georgia community.
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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.