Twiggs County Schools & Education
Twiggs County, Georgia
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
37/100
Higher = better
Rating
Below 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
$7,087
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
#128
of 159 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Twiggs County
School Verdict
Twiggs County faces educational challenges with a school score of 37/100 and a graduation rate of 87.0%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $7,087 per pupil, Twiggs County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Twiggs County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 26% below the Georgia average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 1.1 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 4% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Twiggs County, Georgia
A Compact Rural School Network
Twiggs County maintains a small educational footprint with 3 schools serving just 717 total students. The single district operates one elementary, one middle, and one high school.
National Benchmark Graduation Performance
The county's 87.0% graduation rate perfectly matches the national average. However, the per-pupil spending of $7,087 is approximately $318 lower than the Georgia state average of $7,405.
Dedicated Single-District System
All students are served by the Twiggs County district, which operates without any charter schools. This small system provides a very consistent environment for students from PK through grade 12.
Small Rural Schools with Individual Focus
Every school in the county is located in a rural setting, with an average school size of only 239 students. Jeffersonville Elementary is the largest with 334 students, while Twiggs Middle is quite small with 175.
Find Your Rural Retreat with Local Schools
Twiggs County is ideal for families seeking small class sizes and a rural lifestyle. Use school quality as a guide to finding the right home in this intimate community.
School Overview
Total Schools
3
in Twiggs County
Total Enrollment
717
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 Twiggs County
Twiggs County
3 Public Schools in Twiggs County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeffersonville Elementary | Twiggs County | PK–5 | Primary | 334 |
| Twiggs County High School | Twiggs County | 9–12 | High | 208 |
| Twiggs Middle School | Twiggs County | 6–8 | Middle | 175 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,087
State avg $7,405
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Twiggs County, Georgia — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Twiggs County, Georgia?
Twiggs County maintains a small educational footprint with 3 schools serving just 717 total students. The single district operates one elementary, one middle, and one high school.
How do schools in Twiggs County perform academically?
The county's 87.0% graduation rate perfectly matches the national average. However, the per-pupil spending of $7,087 is approximately $318 lower than the Georgia state average of $7,405.
What are the major school districts in Twiggs County, Georgia?
All students are served by the Twiggs County district, which operates without any charter schools. This small system provides a very consistent environment for students from PK through grade 12.
What is the school experience like in Twiggs County?
Every school in the county is located in a rural setting, with an average school size of only 239 students. Jeffersonville Elementary is the largest with 334 students, while Twiggs Middle is quite small with 175.
How can I find homes near good schools in Twiggs County, Georgia?
Twiggs County is ideal for families seeking small class sizes and a rural lifestyle. Use school quality as a guide to finding the right home in this intimate 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.