Stephens County Schools & Education
Stephens County, Georgia
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
60/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
94.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
94.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 88.1%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,002
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,405
School Score
60/100
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
#45
of 159 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Stephens County
School Verdict
Stephens County performs at an average level with a school score of 60/100 and a solid graduation rate of 94.0%.
Funding Context
At $7,002 per pupil, Stephens County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Stephens County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 20% above the Georgia average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 5.9 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 5% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Stephens County, Georgia
Centralized Learning in Stephens County
Stephens County supports 6 public schools and 3,840 students through a single district. The system is composed of 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 comprehensive high school.
Exceptional Graduation Rates
The county achieves an impressive 94.0% graduation rate, far outperforming the Georgia state average of 88.1%. Despite spending slightly less than the state average at $7,002 per pupil, the school score remains high at 55.6.
The Stephens County District
The Stephens County school district manages all 3,840 students in the area without any charter school presence. This allows for a concentrated focus on the six traditional public campuses serving the community.
Predominantly Rural School Settings
Five of the six schools are located in rural areas, contributing to an average school size of 640 students. Stephens County High School is the largest campus, hosting 1,142 students as the county's only public high school.
Find Your Home Near Top Schools
For those seeking high academic standards in a rural environment, Stephens County offers some of the best graduation rates in the region. Look for homes in Toccoa to be near the heart of this successful school system.
School Overview
Total Schools
6
in Stephens County
Total Enrollment
3,840
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 Stephens County
Stephens County
6 Public Schools in Stephens County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephens County High School | Stephens County | 9–12 | High | 1,142 |
| Stephens County Middle School | Stephens County | 6–8 | Middle | 860 |
| Liberty Elementary School | Stephens County | 1–2 | Primary | 567 |
| Toccoa Elementary School | Stephens County | 2–4 | Primary | 563 |
| Big A Elementary School | Stephens County | PK–KG | Primary | 436 |
| Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy | Stephens County | 5 | Middle | 272 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,002
State avg $7,405
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Stephens County, Georgia — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Stephens County, Georgia?
Stephens County supports 6 public schools and 3,840 students through a single district. The system is composed of 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 comprehensive high school.
How do schools in Stephens County perform academically?
The county achieves an impressive 94.0% graduation rate, far outperforming the Georgia state average of 88.1%. Despite spending slightly less than the state average at $7,002 per pupil, the school score remains high at 55.6.
What are the major school districts in Stephens County, Georgia?
The Stephens County school district manages all 3,840 students in the area without any charter school presence. This allows for a concentrated focus on the six traditional public campuses serving the community.
What is the school experience like in Stephens County?
Five of the six schools are located in rural areas, contributing to an average school size of 640 students. Stephens County High School is the largest campus, hosting 1,142 students as the county's only public high school.
How can I find homes near good schools in Stephens County, Georgia?
For those seeking high academic standards in a rural environment, Stephens County offers some of the best graduation rates in the region. Look for homes in Toccoa to be near the heart of this successful school system.
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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.