For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,394 students in Darien, GA.
The top-ranked public schools in Darien, GA are Mcintosh Academy, Mcintosh County Middle School and Todd Grant Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Darien, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Darien have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Darien, GA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mcintosh Academy
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8945 Us Highway 17
Darien, GA 31305
(912) 437-6691
Darien, GA 31305
(912) 437-6691
Gr: 9-12 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Mcintosh County Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 Greene St
Darien, GA 31305
(912) 437-6685
Darien, GA 31305
(912) 437-6685
Gr: 6-8 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Todd Grant Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1102 Ca Devillars Rd
Darien, GA 31305
(912) 437-6675
Darien, GA 31305
(912) 437-6675
Gr: PK-5 | 694 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Darien, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in Darien, GA include Mcintosh Academy, Mcintosh County Middle School and Todd Grant Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Darien?
3 public schools are located in Darien.
What is the racial composition of students in Darien?
Darien public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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