Elbert County High School vs Putnam County High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Georgia, United States, 89 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elbert County High School
Elberton · Public high · Grades 9–12
916 students
Putnam County High School
Eatonton · Public high · Grades 9–12
918 students
| Measure | Elbert County High School Elberton, Georgia | Putnam County High School Eatonton, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #347 of 431 | #271 of 431 |
| National rank | #15431 of 16,910 | #13958 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 916 | 918 |
| Enrollment | 916 | 918 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.8% | 96.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 33% |
| city | Elberton | Eatonton |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Putnam County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.1 vs 19.0).
- •Putnam County High School does better on math proficiency (33% vs 17%).
- •Elbert County High School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Elbert County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.8% vs 96.7%).
- •Putnam County High School does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 15.8).
- •Putnam County High School is the larger school with 918 students compared with 916.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Elbert County High School better than Putnam County High School?
On the Success Index (US), Putnam County High School ranks higher (27.1 vs 19.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Elbert County High School and Putnam County High School?
About 89 km in a straight line, between Elberton and Eatonton in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elbert County High School: 916. Putnam County High School: 918. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elbert County High School and Putnam County High School rank in Georgia?
Elbert County High School is 347th of 431 and Putnam County High School is 271st of 431 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).