For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,897 students in Barnesville, GA.
The top-ranked public schools in Barnesville, GA are Lamar County Elementary School, Lamar County Middle School and Lamar County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Barnesville, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Barnesville have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Barnesville, GA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lamar County Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
228 Roberta Dr
Barnesville, GA 30204
(770) 358-5556
Barnesville, GA 30204
(770) 358-5556
Gr: 3-5 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Lamar County Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 Burnette Rd
Barnesville, GA 30204
(770) 358-8652
Barnesville, GA 30204
(770) 358-8652
Gr: 6-8 | 651 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Lamar County High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1 Trojan Way
Barnesville, GA 30204
(770) 358-8641
Barnesville, GA 30204
(770) 358-8641
Gr: 9-12 | 826 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
154 Burnette Rd
Barnesville, GA 30204
(770) 358-8661
Barnesville, GA 30204
(770) 358-8661
Gr: PK-2 | 821 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Barnesville, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
154 Burnette Road
Barnesville, GA 30204
(770) 358-8661
Barnesville, GA 30204
(770) 358-8661
Gr: PK-2 | 646 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Barnesville, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in Barnesville, GA include Lamar County Elementary School, Lamar County Middle School and Lamar County High School.
How many public schools are located in Barnesville?
4 public schools are located in Barnesville.
What is the racial composition of students in Barnesville?
Barnesville public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
Recent Articles
Helping Children Overcome First-Week School Anxiety
Learn practical strategies to help children overcome first-week school anxiety, with expert-backed tips for parents and educators.
Public School Immunization Requirements 2026–2027
Learn public school immunization and health requirements for 2026–2027, including vaccines, exemptions, and state policy updates.
Public Schools in a Minute: 2026 Snapshot Guide
A clear 2026 snapshot of public schools in the U.S., including enrollment, funding, trends, and what families should know.