Telfair County Schools & Education
Telfair County, Georgia
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
51/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
87.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
87.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 88.1%
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,230
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,405
School Score
51/100
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
#76
of 159 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Telfair County
School Verdict
Telfair County performs at an average level with a school score of 51/100 and a solid graduation rate of 87.0%.
Funding Context
Telfair County spends $8,230 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 Telfair County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 1% above the Georgia average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 1.1 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 11% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Telfair County, Georgia
Education in Telfair County
Telfair County manages four public schools for 1,586 students. The system is composed of an elementary school, a middle school, a high school, and an alternative preparation school.
High investment in Telfair students
With $8,230 spent per pupil, Telfair invests significantly more than the Georgia average of $7,405. This funding supports an 87.0% graduation rate, which aligns with the national average.
The Telfair County District
The Telfair County district operates all schools in the area without any charter competition. The district serves a diverse range of needs, including alternative education through its high school prep program.
Town and rural school life
Schools are split between town and rural settings, with an average size of 397 students. Telfair County Elementary is the busiest hub, educating 822 students in a primary setting.
Relocating to Telfair County
Significant per-pupil spending indicates a community that prioritizes its students' resources. Explore homes in Telfair to benefit from these well-funded town and rural schools.
School Overview
Total Schools
4
in Telfair County
Total Enrollment
1,586
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 Telfair County
Telfair County
4 Public Schools in Telfair County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Telfair County Elementary | Telfair County | PK–5 | Primary | 822 |
| Telfair County High School | Telfair County | 9–12 | High | 408 |
| Telfair County Middle School | Telfair County | 6–8 | Middle | 339 |
| Telfair Alternative Preparation School | Telfair County | 6–12 | Alternative | 17 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$8,230
State avg $7,405
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Telfair County, Georgia — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Telfair County, Georgia?
Telfair County manages four public schools for 1,586 students. The system is composed of an elementary school, a middle school, a high school, and an alternative preparation school.
How do schools in Telfair County perform academically?
With $8,230 spent per pupil, Telfair invests significantly more than the Georgia average of $7,405. This funding supports an 87.0% graduation rate, which aligns with the national average.
What are the major school districts in Telfair County, Georgia?
The Telfair County district operates all schools in the area without any charter competition. The district serves a diverse range of needs, including alternative education through its high school prep program.
What is the school experience like in Telfair County?
Schools are split between town and rural settings, with an average size of 397 students. Telfair County Elementary is the busiest hub, educating 822 students in a primary setting.
How can I find homes near good schools in Telfair County, Georgia?
Significant per-pupil spending indicates a community that prioritizes its students' resources. Explore homes in Telfair to benefit from these well-funded town and rural schools.
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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.