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Best 39870 Georgia Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 287 students in 39870, GA.
The top-ranked public school in 39870, GA is Baker County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39870 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 39870, GA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).

Best 39870, GA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Baker County High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
260 Ga Highway 37 Sw
Newton, GA 39870
(229) 734-5274
Gr: 9-12 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: n/an/a
Baker County Elementary School
260 Ga Hwy 37 Sw
Newton, GA 39870
(229) 734-5274
Gr: PK-5 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: n/an/a
Baker County Learning Academy
260 Ga Highway 37 Sw
Newton, GA 39870
(229) 734-5274
Gr: K-12 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Rank: n/an/a
Baker County Middle School
260 Ga Hwy 37 Sw
Newton, GA 39870
(229) 734-5274
Gr: 6-8 | 66 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 74%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 39870, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 39870, GA include Baker County High School.
How many public schools are located in 39870?
4 public schools are located in 39870.
What is the racial composition of students in 39870?
39870 public schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).

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