For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,938 students in Eatonton, GA (there are 1 private school, serving 423 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in Eatonton, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in Eatonton, GA are Putnam County Middle School, Putnam County High School and Putnam County Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Eatonton, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Eatonton have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Eatonton, GA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Putnam County Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
140 Sparta Hwy
Eatonton, GA 31024
(706) 485-8547
Eatonton, GA 31024
(706) 485-8547
Gr: 6-8 | 630 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Putnam County High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 War Eagle Rd
Eatonton, GA 31024
(706) 485-9971
Eatonton, GA 31024
(706) 485-9971
Gr: 9-12 | 918 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #33.
Putnam County Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
314 S Washington Ave
Eatonton, GA 31024
(706) 485-5312
Eatonton, GA 31024
(706) 485-5312
Gr: 3-5 | 606 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: n/an/a
162 Old Glenwood Springs Rd
Eatonton, GA 31024
(706) 485-5141
Eatonton, GA 31024
(706) 485-5141
Gr: PK-2 | 784 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Eatonton, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in Eatonton, GA include Putnam County Middle School, Putnam County High School and Putnam County Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Eatonton?
4 public schools are located in Eatonton.
What percentage of students in Eatonton go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in Eatonton are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Eatonton?
Eatonton public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Eatonton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Eatonton include: Putnam County Middle School vs. Putnam County Elementary School, Putnam County Elementary School vs. Putnam County Middle School, Putnam County Elementary School vs. Putnam County High School
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