For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 517 students in Royston, GA (there are 1 private school, serving 34 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Royston, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public school in Royston, GA is Royston Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Royston, GA public school have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Royston have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Royston, GA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Royston Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
660 College St
Royston, GA 30662
(706) 245-9252
Royston, GA 30662
(706) 245-9252
Gr: PK-5 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Royston, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in Royston, GA include Royston Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Royston?
1 public schools are located in Royston.
What percentage of students in Royston go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Royston are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Royston?
Royston public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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