Bartow County

Headquartered at 65 Gilreath Road NW in Cartersville, Georgia, the Bartow County School District serves as an essential educational cornerstone situated within the rural fringe of the greater Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell metropolitan area. Operating as an open, traditional public school system, the district manages 19 operational schools designed to foster seamless academic progression from pre-kindergarten through the twelfth grade. By providing a continuous educational framework across early childhood, elementary, middle, and high school levels, Bartow County offers families and researchers an established public network dedicated to accessible, community-centered learning.

According to data for the 2024–2025 academic year, the district supports a robust student population of 14,019 children, comprising 7,237 young men and 6,782 young women. The student body reflects a diverse demographic landscape, serving 8,967 White students, 2,655 Hispanic students, 1,433 Black students, 766 multiracial students, and 154 Asian students, alongside Native American and Pacific Islander learners. To serve this community effectively, the district maintains a workforce of nearly 3,989 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. This includes approximately 1,994 FTE classroom teachers, 250 instructional aides, and over 1,740 support personnel, ensuring students benefit from a well-resourced instructional environment and strong operational infrastructure.