Looking for the best school district to send your kids? A new report from Niche has revealed the latest rankings of Georgia’s top public school districts.
Based on factors like academics, teacher quality, diversity, and student outcomes, the 2026 list highlights the best-performing districts across the state, helping families make informed decisions about where to live and learn.
Here are the best in the Peach State.
What is the best school district in Georgia?
According to the recent report, Buford City Schools have been ranked the No. 1 school district in Georgia. The district also earned top honors in two additional categories:
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No. 1 Best Place to Teach in Georgia
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No. 1 for Best Teachers in Georgia
Buford City Schools serves a total of 5,946 students, with a student–teacher ratio of 18:1. The average teacher salary in the district is $73,100.
Buford City Schools received A+ or A grades in every major category:
10 Best school districts in Georgia
Here is the Niche list:
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Fayette County Public Schools
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Cartersville City Schools
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Morgan County Charter Schools
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For more information, visit niche.com/k12/search/best-school-districts/s/georgia.
Vanessa Countryman is the Trending Topics Reporter for the Deep South Connect Team Georgia. Email her at Vcountryman@gannett.com.
This article originally appeared on Athens Banner-Herald: What are the best school districts in Georgia? See Niche 2026 list
