For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,944 students in Monroe, GA (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,309 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in Monroe, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in Monroe, GA are Walker Park Elementary School, Atha Road Elementary School and Monroe Area High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Monroe, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Monroe have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Monroe, GA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walker Park Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
333 Carl Davis Rd Nw
Monroe, GA 30656
(770) 267-8311
Monroe, GA 30656
(770) 267-8311
Gr: PK-5 | 755 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Atha Road Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
821 H D Atha Rd
Monroe, GA 30655
(770) 266-5995
Monroe, GA 30655
(770) 266-5995
Gr: PK-5 | 771 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Monroe Area High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 Double Springs Church Rd S
Monroe, GA 30656
(770) 266-4599
Monroe, GA 30656
(770) 266-4599
Gr: 9-12 | 1,233 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Carver Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1095 Good Hope Rd
Monroe, GA 30655
(770) 267-6000
Monroe, GA 30655
(770) 267-6000
Gr: 6-8 | 914 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #55.
Harmony Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
934 Harmony Church Rd Ne
Monroe, GA 30655
(770) 267-6574
Monroe, GA 30655
(770) 267-6574
Gr: PK-5 | 666 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #66.
Monroe Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
140 Dillard Dr
Monroe, GA 30656
(770) 207-3205
Monroe, GA 30656
(770) 207-3205
Gr: PK-5 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Monroe, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in Monroe, GA include Walker Park Elementary School, Atha Road Elementary School and Monroe Area High School.
How many public schools are located in Monroe?
6 public schools are located in Monroe.
What percentage of students in Monroe go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in Monroe are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Monroe?
Monroe public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Monroe are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Monroe include: Harmony Elementary School vs. Atha Road Elementary School, Walker Park Elementary School vs. Atha Road Elementary School, Atha Road Elementary School vs. Harmony Elementary School
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