Best Public Schools in Thomasville, GA


Summary:

The city of Thomasville, Georgia is home to 13 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 5 high schools. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and struggling schools, with standout institutions like Jerger Elementary School and Thomas County Middle School alongside lower-performing schools like Harper Elementary and Scott Elementary.

Jerger Elementary stands out as a top-performing school, ranking in the top 12% of Georgia elementary schools and boasting consistently high test scores, particularly in English Language Arts and Mathematics. Meanwhile, Thomas County Middle School has maintained a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger and excels in Algebra I, with 100% of students scoring proficient or better. At the high school level, Thomas County Central High School stands out with a high 4-year graduation rate of 98.5% and strong performance on the Biology End of Course exam.

However, the data also reveals significant disparities in performance across the Thomasville school system. Several schools, such as Garrison-Pilcher Elementary, Cross Creek Elementary, and MacIntyre Park Middle, have very high free and reduced lunch rates, indicating high levels of economic disadvantage. These high-poverty schools tend to have the lowest academic performance, highlighting the significant challenges they face in supporting student learning and achievement. Addressing these disparities and ensuring equitable access to high-quality education for all students should be a key priority for the Thomas County and Thomasville City school districts.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Georgia Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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