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Stephens County

Georgia · Public K-12

Across Stephens County, 6 public K-12 schools educate around 3,855 students, roughly 1 in 7 residents. The level mix runs 3 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high.

7-year change in Stephens County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
3,855
-158 (-4%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
6
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
70%
was 75%
% Hispanic
7%
was 4%
% Black
12%
was 13%
% Asian
1%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Schools
6
1 districts
Enrollment
3,855
NCES CCD
Median income
$54,754
Below Georgia avg
Free/reduced lunch
95.3%
Above Georgia avg
Elementary
3
1,579 students
Middle
2
1,143 students
High
1
1,133 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
Stephens County Public Schools
3,855 students · 1 district in Stephens County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Stephens 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
81%
Hispanic
4%
Black
8%
Asian
1%
Two or more
7%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
70%
Hispanic
7%
Black
12%
Asian
1%
Two or more
10%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
15.1%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
10.5%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
5.4%
civilian labor
Median age
41
21.3% under 18

Test scores in Stephens County

Latest 2024-25 ELA proficiency, 3 schools ranked. Georgia state average: 40.1%.

See all 3 schools in Stephens County ranked by score →

All schools (6)

LargestA-ZTop rated
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
Stephens County High SchoolToccoaHigh09-121,133·
Stephens County Middle SchoolToccoaMiddle06-08848·
Toccoa Elementary SchoolToccoaElementary02-04605·
Liberty Elementary SchoolToccoaElementary01-02571·
Big A Elementary SchoolEastanolleeElementaryPK-KG403·
Stephens County Fifth Grade AcademyToccoaMiddle05-05295·

Cities in Stephens County

Toccoa5 schoolsEastanollee1 school

About Stephens County

Stephens County is a low-population county of about 27,012 residents in Georgia. Its public-school system educates approximately 3,855 students across 6 schools.

Stepping back, census numbers show typical household earnings sit around $54,754, roughly 15% of adults have completed at least a four-year degree, and roughly 11% of residents live below the federal poverty line. That income level is 13% meaningfully below the Georgia median.

In terms of grade levels, Stephens County covers 3 elementary schools (1,579 students), 2 middle schools (1,143), and 1 high school (1,133).

Stephens County Public Schools is the biggest district by enrollment, covering about 3,855 students across Stephens County.

Trend over the past 7 years. Across the same 7-year window, public-school enrollment fell 4%: 4,013 students in SY 2017-18 versus 3,855 in SY 2024-25. Demographically, the White share of enrollment decreased from 75% to 70%.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Stephens County discusses comparison threads between local schools and program reviews. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools serve Stephens County?
There are 6 public K-12 schools in Stephens County, Georgia, with a combined enrollment of about 3,855.
How many high schools are in Stephens County?
Stephens County, Georgia has 1 public high school, serving approximately 1,133 students.
How many middle schools are in Stephens County?
Stephens County, Georgia has 2 public middle schools, serving approximately 1,143 students.
How many elementary schools are in Stephens County?
Stephens County, Georgia has 3 public elementary schools, serving approximately 1,579 students.
What is the largest school district in Stephens County?
Stephens County Public Schools is the largest school district in Stephens County, serving approximately 3,855 students. The county contains 1 school district overall.
What is the population of Stephens County?
Stephens County, Georgia has a population of approximately 27,012, with a median age of 41. About 21.3% of residents are under 18.
What is the median household income in Stephens County?
Median household income in Stephens County is $54,754, below the Georgia average of $62,740. About 10.5% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Stephens County?
Approximately 15.1% of adults 25 and older in Stephens County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of students in Stephens County qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Roughly 95.3% of students in Stephens 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 Stephens County schools?
Across Stephens County public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 13.6 to 1.
DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data