For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,538 students in Cornelia, GA.
The top-ranked public schools in Cornelia, GA are Level Grove Elementary School, South Habersham Middle School and Cornelia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cornelia, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Cornelia have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Cornelia, GA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Level Grove Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2525 Level Grove Rd
Cornelia, GA 30531
(706) 778-3087
Cornelia, GA 30531
(706) 778-3087
Gr: PK-5 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
South Habersham Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
237 Old Athens Hwy
Cornelia, GA 30531
(706) 778-7121
Cornelia, GA 30531
(706) 778-7121
Gr: 6-8 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
Cornelia Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
375 Old Cleveland Rd
Cornelia, GA 30531
(706) 778-6526
Cornelia, GA 30531
(706) 778-6526
Gr: PK-5 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Cornelia, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in Cornelia, GA include Level Grove Elementary School, South Habersham Middle School and Cornelia Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Cornelia?
3 public schools are located in Cornelia.
What is the racial composition of students in Cornelia?
Cornelia public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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