Introduction
Forsyth County has quietly become one of the most sought-after places to raise a family in the entire Atlanta metro area, and its elementary schools are a big reason why. With a rapidly growing population, strong community investment in education, and neighborhoods that consistently attract high-achieving families, the county has built a roster of elementary schools that rank among the very best in Georgia.
What's especially impressive about this list is just how competitive it is from top to bottom. Every school here lands in the 92nd percentile or higher nationally — meaning your child doesn't have to luck into a single standout school to get a great education. Whether you're planting roots in Cumming, Suwanee, or Alpharetta, Forsyth County's elementary options are genuinely exceptional across the board.
1. Daves Creek Elementary School — Forsyth County, Cumming
Daves Creek Elementary doesn't just top this list — it sits at the absolute pinnacle, earning 100th percentile scores in both English and Science and a 99th percentile in Math, good for a 100th percentile overall ranking. That kind of performance is extraordinarily rare and puts Daves Creek in a class of its own, not just in Forsyth County but statewide. Families drawn to highly rigorous academics in a community-oriented setting will find a lot to love here.
2. Johns Creek Elementary — Forsyth County, Suwanee
Don't let the name confuse you — Johns Creek Elementary is a Forsyth County school serving families in the Suwanee area, and it delivers results that match any school in the region. With a 98th percentile in English, 99th in Math, and an overall ranking in the 97th percentile, it's a powerhouse for families who prioritize both literacy and numbers skills in equal measure. The slightly lower Science score (88th percentile) keeps it just behind Daves Creek, but this is still an elite school by any measure.
3. Sharon Elementary School — Forsyth County, Suwanee
Sharon Elementary rounds out a strong Suwanee showing with balanced, near-perfect scores across all three subjects — 96th in English, 97th in Math, and an impressive 97th in Science — landing it at an overall 97th percentile. The consistency here is what stands out: there are no weak spots, which is exactly what parents who value well-rounded academic development are looking for. Families settling into the Suwanee corridor will find Sharon to be a deeply reliable choice.
4. Settles Bridge Elementary School — Forsyth County, Suwanee
Settles Bridge Elementary mirrors Sharon Elementary almost identically — 96th percentile in English, 97th in Math, 97th in Science, and a 97th percentile overall. Both schools share a tier, and choosing between them may ultimately come down to your neighborhood boundary rather than any meaningful difference in academic quality. That's a great problem to have, and it speaks to the consistency Forsyth County has built into its school system at this level.
5. Brookwood Elementary — Forsyth County, Cumming
Brookwood Elementary is a standout for math-focused families — its 98th percentile Math score is among the highest on this entire list, paired with a solid 93rd in English and a 95th in Science for an overall 96th percentile ranking. Located in Cumming, Brookwood draws families who appreciate a school that clearly excels at building strong quantitative foundations from an early age. If your child has shown an early love of numbers and problem-solving, Brookwood is a school worth putting at the top of your list.
6. Big Creek Elementary School — Forsyth County, Cumming
Big Creek Elementary sits comfortably in elite territory with a 96th percentile in English, 97th in Math, and a 90th in Science, earning an overall 96th percentile ranking. Also located in Cumming, it shares a tier with Brookwood and appeals to families who want strong, well-balanced academics in a neighborhood school environment. The Cumming area continues to show just how deep the talent pool runs in this county, and Big Creek is a big part of that story.
7. New Hope Elementary School — Forsyth County, Cumming
New Hope Elementary brings another excellent option to the Cumming area, posting a 93rd percentile in English, 95th in Math, and a 92nd in Science for an overall 95th percentile ranking. What makes New Hope noteworthy is that its scores are strong and steady across every subject without a single outlier pulling the average down. For families moving into the broader Cumming community who want a dependable, high-performing school without the intense buzz that sometimes surrounds the very top-ranked campuses, New Hope is a fantastic fit.
8. Haw Creek Elementary — Forsyth County, Cumming
Haw Creek Elementary lands in the 94th percentile overall, with a 91st in English, 95th in Math, and 93rd in Science — a profile that reflects a school firing on all cylinders. Another Cumming gem, Haw Creek tends to appeal to families looking for a slightly smaller-community feel while still enjoying academic performance that far outpaces most schools in the state. Its Science score in particular stands out as one of the stronger ones in the lower half of this list.
9. Midway Elementary School — Forsyth County, Alpharetta
Midway Elementary brings a touch of Alpharetta to this otherwise Cumming-and-Suwanee-dominated list, earning a 92nd percentile in English, 94th in Math, and 90th in Science for an overall 93rd percentile ranking. Families in the southern edge of Forsyth County near the Alpharetta boundary will find Midway to be a genuinely strong option that punches well above the national average in every subject. It's the kind of school that might not get the headlines of the top-ranked campuses, but quietly delivers for the families who call it home.
10. Shiloh Point Elementary — Forsyth County, Cumming
Rounding out the top ten, Shiloh Point Elementary earns an overall 92nd percentile ranking with scores of 92nd in English, 95th in Math, and 87th in Science. The Math performance here is genuinely impressive and on par with some of the higher-ranked schools on this list. Shiloh Point's lower Science score keeps it at number ten, but let's be clear — a school in the 92nd percentile nationally is an excellent school, and families zoned here are in very good hands.
How We Rank Schools
Every school on The School Advocate is ranked using student performance data across three core subjects. We weight English at 40%, Math at 40%, and Science at 20% to calculate each school's overall percentile score. The result is a ranking that reflects real academic outcomes rather than reputation, funding levels, or review-based ratings. We believe parents deserve transparent, data-driven information — and that's exactly what we aim to provide.
Compare Schools Yourself
Rankings tell part of the story, but every family has different priorities. If you want to dig deeper and put these schools head-to-head on your own terms, head over to theschooladvocate.com/compare to build your own side-by-side comparison. Whether you're weighing two schools in the same neighborhood or evaluating options across the county, the compare tool gives you the full picture so you can make the best decision for your child.
Top Elementary Schools
| Rank | School | District | City | English | Math | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Daves Creek Elementary School | Forsyth County | Cumming | 100 | 99 | 100 |
| 2 | Johns Creek Elementary | Forsyth County | Suwanee | 98 | 99 | 97 |
| 3 | Sharon Elementary School | Forsyth County | Suwanee | 96 | 97 | 97 |
| 4 | Settles Bridge Elementary School | Forsyth County | Suwanee | 96 | 97 | 97 |
| 5 | Brookwood Elementary | Forsyth County | Cumming | 93 | 98 | 96 |
| 6 | Big Creek Elementary School | Forsyth County | Cumming | 96 | 97 | 96 |
| 7 | New Hope Elementary School | Forsyth County | Comming | 93 | 95 | 95 |
| 8 | Haw Creek Elementary | Forsyth County | Cumming | 91 | 95 | 94 |
| 9 | Midway Elementary School | Forsyth County | Alpharetta | 92 | 94 | 93 |
| 10 | Shiloh Point Elementary | Forsyth County | Cumming | 92 | 95 | 92 |