Burke County is one of the most well-funded school districts in Georgia. Thanks to a solid tax base supported substantially by the Vogtle Electric Generating Plant, the county can invest millions of dollars in education. This includes funding pre-kindergarten for ALL children in Burke County, giving all teachers through third grade a paraprofessional for assistance, and ensuring schools have state-of-the-art technology, laboratory and athletic facilities.

Burke County Public Schools

Serving more than 4,200 students in grades K-12, Burke County Public Schools spends upwards of $12,000 per student, roughly $3,000 more than the state average. This investment in Burke County’s youth is paying off. With an annual graduation rate near or exceeding 90 percent, the vision of BCPS of equipping each student for a world of possibilities is a reality.

Each of the district’s six schools is accredited by Cognia. Every classroom across the district has Wi-Fi capability. Students enrolled in K-8 enjoy a 19 to 1 student to teacher ratio. High schoolers get the opportunity to earn college credit while in high school thanks to the Dual Enrollment Program. For more nformation, please visit burke.k12.ga.us.

Private Education

Edmund Burke Academy (EBA) is a PK-12th grade private Christian school that serves Burke and surrounding counties. The school, founded in 1960, sits on 97 acres along Georgia Highway 56 South outside of Waynesboro. The overarching educational goal is to provide the best possible education in a Christian environment conducive to learning. Honesty, integrity, courtesy, and respect for the rights of others are a way of life.

Each day begins with devotionals, Bible reading, prayer, and the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. Weekly Bible studies are held for the elementary students and Chapel is held weekly for students 7-12. Edmund Burke offers a full college preparatory academic program, a full literary program, and a solid athletic program.