- New Manchester Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 818 students
- Factory Shoals Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 697 students
- Bill Arp Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 645 students
- Chapel Hill Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 620 students
- Mirror Lake Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 554 students
- South Douglas Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 544 students
- Arbor Station Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 544 students
- North Douglas Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 537 students
- Mason Creek Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 513 students
- Lithia Springs Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 500 students
- Bright Star Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 481 students
- Sweetwater Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 473 students
- Holly Springs Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 473 students
- Eastside Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 433 students
- Beulah Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 428 students
- Mount Carmel Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 425 students
- Dorsett Shoals Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 404 students
- Burnett Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 380 students
- Annette Winn Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 341 students
- Winston Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 297 students
- Chapel Hill Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,036 students
- Mason Creek Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 853 students
- Factory Shoals Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 833 students
- Turner Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 742 students
- Chestnut Log Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 719 students
- Stewart Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 533 students
- Yeager Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 529 students
- Fairplay Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 523 students
- Douglas County High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,958 students
- New Manchester High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,894 students
- Alexander High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,830 students
- Chapel Hill High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,646 students
- Lithia Springs Comprehensive High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,460 students
- Brighten Academy — Grades K–8 · 812 students
- Youth Villages at Inner Harbour — Grades PK–12 · 46 students
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| Metric | Douglas County School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 15 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $12,100/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Douglas County School District
Douglas County School District is the public school district that serves ZIP 30122 in Douglas, Georgia. At 6/10 it lands near the middle of Georgia districts on the data NCES reports. The district covers Pre-K – 12th. Check the rating breakdown and map above, and confirm your specific school assignment directly with the district — boundaries and open-enrollment rules change year to year.
Funding and Resources
According to NCES 2024–2025, Douglas County School District spends approximately $12,100 per student per year, placing it 10% above the Georgia state average of approximately $11,000 and below the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Below-average funding can mean larger class sizes, fewer elective offerings, and limited extracurricular programs. Families with specialized needs should verify specific program availability directly with the district. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
At multiple schools serving grades Pre-K – 12th, Douglas County School District qualifies as a district of unknown size serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Contact Douglas County School District to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
With a rating of 6/10 (average), Douglas County School District ranks among Georgia’s average-rated school systems. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Douglas County School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 30122
Children in zip code 30122 are assigned to Douglas County School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 30122, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Douglas County School District at (775)782-5134 or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Georgia districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Douglas
For families considering a purchase in the Douglas area, district assignment matters financially. Because Douglas County School District serves zip code 30122, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 30122 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Georgia, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Douglas County School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 30122.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Douglas County School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 30122 data.