Best Saint Marys Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,442 students in Saint Marys, GA (there are 2 private schools, serving 108 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Saint Marys, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in Saint Marys, GA are Mary Lee Clark Elementary School, Sugarmill Elementary School and Saint Marys Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Saint Marys, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Saint Marys have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Saint Marys, GA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mary Lee Clark Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
2900 Mickler Dr
Saint Marys, GA 31558
(912) 882-4373
Gr: PK-5 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Sugarmill Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2885 Winding Rd
Saint Marys, GA 31558
(912) 882-8191
Gr: PK-5 | 651 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Saint Marys Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
205 Martha Dr
Saint Marys, GA 31558
(912) 882-8626
Gr: 6-8 | 1,077 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #44.
Saint Marys Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
600 Osborne St
Saint Marys, GA 31558
(912) 882-4839
Gr: PK-5 | 623 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #55.
Crooked River Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3570 Charlie Smith Sr Hwy
Saint Marys, GA 31558
(912) 673-6995
Gr: PK-5 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Saint Marys, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in Saint Marys, GA include Mary Lee Clark Elementary School, Sugarmill Elementary School and Saint Marys Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Saint Marys?
5 public schools are located in Saint Marys.
What percentage of students in Saint Marys go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Saint Marys are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Saint Marys?
Saint Marys public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Saint Marys are often viewed compared to one another?

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