For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,672 students in Tallapoosa, GA.
The top-ranked public schools in Tallapoosa, GA are Haralson County Middle School, West Haralson Elementary School and Haralson County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Tallapoosa, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Tallapoosa have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Tallapoosa, GA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Haralson County Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2633 Georgia Highway 120
Tallapoosa, GA 30176
(770) 646-8600
Tallapoosa, GA 30176
(770) 646-8600
Gr: 6-8 | 757 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
West Haralson Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4552 Georgia Highway 100 N
Tallapoosa, GA 30176
(770) 574-7060
Tallapoosa, GA 30176
(770) 574-7060
Gr: 3-5 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Haralson County High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1655 Georgia Highway 120
Tallapoosa, GA 30176
(770) 574-7647
Tallapoosa, GA 30176
(770) 574-7647
Gr: 9-12 | 1,001 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #44.
Haralson County Rebel Academy
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1655 Georgia Highway 120
Tallapoosa, GA 30176
(770) 574-7647
Tallapoosa, GA 30176
(770) 574-7647
Gr: 6-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: n/an/a
581 Georgia Highway 120
Tallapoosa, GA 30176
(770) 574-7444
Tallapoosa, GA 30176
(770) 574-7444
Gr: PK-2 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Tallapoosa, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in Tallapoosa, GA include Haralson County Middle School, West Haralson Elementary School and Haralson County High School.
How many public schools are located in Tallapoosa?
5 public schools are located in Tallapoosa.
What is the racial composition of students in Tallapoosa?
Tallapoosa public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Tallapoosa are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Tallapoosa include: Tallapoosa Primary School vs. West Haralson Elementary School
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