For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,074 students in Hazlehurst, GA (there are 1 private school, serving 24 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Hazlehurst, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in Hazlehurst, GA are Jeff Davis High School, Jeff Davis Elementary School and Jeff Davis Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hazlehurst, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Hazlehurst have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Hazlehurst, GA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jeff Davis High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
156 Collins St
Hazlehurst, GA 31539
(912) 375-6760
Hazlehurst, GA 31539
(912) 375-6760
Gr: 9-12 | 835 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Jeff Davis Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
81 Pat Dixon Rd
Hazlehurst, GA 31539
(912) 375-6730
Hazlehurst, GA 31539
(912) 375-6730
Gr: 3-5 | 711 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Jeff Davis Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
93 Collins St
Hazlehurst, GA 31539
(912) 375-6730
Hazlehurst, GA 31539
(912) 375-6730
Gr: 6-8 | 675 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
71 Burketts Ferry Rd
Hazlehurst, GA 31539
(912) 375-6720
Hazlehurst, GA 31539
(912) 375-6720
Gr: PK-2 | 853 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Hazlehurst, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in Hazlehurst, GA include Jeff Davis High School, Jeff Davis Elementary School and Jeff Davis Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Hazlehurst?
4 public schools are located in Hazlehurst.
What percentage of students in Hazlehurst go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Hazlehurst are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Hazlehurst?
Hazlehurst public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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