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Elbert County

Georgia · Public K-12

Elbert County hosts 5 public K-12 schools. Together they educate about 3,007 Georgia students across 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high.

7-year change in Elbert County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
3,007
-49 (-2%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
5
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
45%
was 51%
% Hispanic
12%
was 10%
% Black
37%
was 35%
% Asian
1%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Schools
5
1 districts
Enrollment
3,007
NCES CCD
Median income
$58,450
Below Georgia avg
Free/reduced lunch
98.4%
Above Georgia avg
Elementary
3
1,441 students
Middle
1
650 students
High
1
916 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
Elbert County Public Schools
3,007 students · 1 district in Elbert County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Elbert County residents (Census ACS 5-year). Right bar is the enrollment-weighted makeup of public schools in the county (NCES CCD). NCES systematically under-reports Hispanic, Pacific Islander, and Native American enrollment for many schools; where the resident share is meaningful but the reported school share is zero, we mark the school bar "not reported".

County residents
White
63%
Hispanic
6%
Black
22%
Asian
1%
Two or more
10%
Native American
1%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
45%
Hispanic
12%
Black
37%
Asian
1%
Two or more
5%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
16.3%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
10.2%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
4.6%
civilian labor
Median age
43
22.1% under 18

Test scores in Elbert County

Latest 2024-25 ELA proficiency, 2 schools ranked. Georgia state average: 40.1%.

See all 2 schools in Elbert County ranked by score →

All schools (5)

LargestA-ZTop rated
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
Elbert County High SchoolElbertonHigh09-12916·
Elbert County Middle SchoolElbertonMiddle06-08650·
Elbert County Primary SchoolElbertonElementaryKG-02647·
Elbert County Elementary SchoolElbertonElementary03-05633·
Paul J. Blackwell Learning CenterElbertonElementaryPK-PK161·

Cities in Elbert County

Elberton5 schools

About Elbert County

Elbert County is a sparse Georgia county of about 19,849 residents, home to 5 public schools and roughly 3,007 students.

Zooming out, census numbers show median household income runs near $58,450, 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the poverty rate is around 10%. That income level is 7% lower than the Georgia median.

Looking at the level breakdown, Elbert County consists of 3 elementary schools (1,441 students), 1 middle school (650), and 1 high school (916).

Elbert County Public Schools is the biggest district by enrollment, covering about 3,007 students across Elbert County.

Trend over the past 7 years. Total public-school enrollment in Elbert County has stayed largely flat since SY 2017-18, moving from about 3,056 students to 3,007. The White share of public-school enrollment fell from 51% to 45%.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Elbert County discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Elbert County?
Elbert County, Georgia has 5 public K-12 schools serving approximately 3,007 students.
How many high schools are in Elbert County?
Elbert County, Georgia has 1 public high school, serving approximately 916 students.
How many middle schools are in Elbert County?
Elbert County, Georgia has 1 public middle school, serving approximately 650 students.
How many elementary schools are in Elbert County?
Elbert County, Georgia has 3 public elementary schools, serving approximately 1,441 students.
What is the largest school district in Elbert County?
Elbert County Public Schools is the largest school district in Elbert County, serving approximately 3,007 students. The county contains 1 school district overall.
What is the population of Elbert County?
Elbert County, Georgia has a population of approximately 19,849, with a median age of 43. About 22.1% of residents are under 18.
What is the median household income in Elbert County?
Median household income in Elbert County is $58,450, below the Georgia average of $62,740. About 10.2% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Elbert County?
Approximately 16.3% of adults 25 and older in Elbert County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of students in Elbert County qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Roughly 98.4% of students in Elbert County public schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a common proxy for low-income enrollment. This is higher than the Georgia county average of 82.6%.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Elbert County schools?
Across Elbert County public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 14.2 to 1.
DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data