For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,323 students in Midland, GA (there are 1 private school, serving 36 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Midland, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in Midland, GA are Mathews Elementary School, Aaron Cohn Middle School and Midland Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Midland, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Midland have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Midland, GA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mathews Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7533 Lynch Rd
Midland, GA 31820
(706) 569-3656
Midland, GA 31820
(706) 569-3656
Gr: PK-5 | 702 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Aaron Cohn Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7352 Garrett Rd
Midland, GA 31820
(706) 569-3801
Midland, GA 31820
(706) 569-3801
Gr: 6-8 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #33.
Midland Academy
(Math: 28% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7373 Psalmond Rd
Midland, GA 31820
(706) 569-3664
Midland, GA 31820
(706) 569-3664
Gr: PK-5 | 622 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #44.
Midland Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6990 Warm Springs Rd
Midland, GA 31820
(706) 569-3673
Midland, GA 31820
(706) 569-3673
Gr: 6-8 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #55.
Muscogee Youth Development Campus
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7700 Chattsworth Rd
Midland, GA 31820
(706) 569-2863
Midland, GA 31820
(706) 569-2863
Gr: 5-12
Rank: n/an/a
Aaron Cohn Regional Youth Detention Center
Alternative School
7700-b Chattsworth Rd
Midland, GA 31820
(706) 568-2498
Midland, GA 31820
(706) 568-2498
Gr: 5-12 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Midland, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in Midland, GA include Mathews Elementary School, Aaron Cohn Middle School and Midland Academy.
How many public schools are located in Midland?
6 public schools are located in Midland.
What percentage of students in Midland go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Midland are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Midland?
Midland public schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Midland are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Midland include: Midland Academy vs. Mathews Elementary School, Mathews Elementary School vs. Midland Academy
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