The Georgia high school football season is in full swing, with three exciting weeks of action already in the books. As teams battle for position, there has been significant movement in the state’s top 25 rankings. This week’s poll sees a new-look top 10, including two teams making massive leaps, and several key matchups on the horizon that are sure to shake things up again.
From a resilient top-ranked team to a newcomer making a statement, let’s dive into the latest Georgia high school football top 25 rankings for September 4, 2025.
This week’s poll is defined by a pair of incredible rises. The Creekside Seminoles made the most dramatic leap, rocketing from No. 21 all the way to No. 6. Their impressive 3-0 start includes a dominant 20-point road win over Rome, a 32-0 shutout of Seminole (FL), and a decisive 70-28 victory against DeSoto (TX). Their strong schedule and even stronger performances have quickly established them as a contender.
Another team on the rise is the Thomas County Central Yellow Jackets, who jumped two spots to break into the top 5 at No. 4. After a 79-14 rout of Florida State University (FL), the Yellow Jackets are demonstrating that their early-season success is no fluke.
On the other side of the coin, the McEachern Indians and Lee County Trojans both slid down the rankings after less-than-dominant performances. McEachern, which had surged to No. 10 last week, dropped to No. 14 after a narrow 16-13 road win against Marietta. Meanwhile, Lee County fell from No. 7 to No. 10 following a tight 41-33 victory over Tift County.
- Grayson’s Resilience: The No. 1 Grayson Rams are facing adversity after star quarterback Travis Burgess suffered a season-ending injury. However, backup QB Duece Smith stepped up to lead the team to an overtime win over Thompson (AL), proving the Rams’ depth and resolve. They remain the team to beat until proven otherwise.
- Top-10 Showdown: The Week 4 schedule features a highly anticipated clash between two of Georgia’s top teams. No. 5 Douglas County will put its undefeated record on the line against No. 8 Langston Hughes in a matchup that could have major ranking implications.
- Undefeated Teams to Watch: While some teams are sliding, others continue to climb. Valdosta (3-0), Cartersville (3-0), and Gainesville (3-0) all looked strong in Week 3 and are holding their ground in the top 20. New additions to the poll, Sandy Creek and Peach County, also boast impressive 3-0 records and are worth keeping an eye on as the season progresses.
Georgia High School Football Top 25 Rankings (9/4/25)
Here is the complete breakdown of the Georgia High School Football Top 25 for Week 4.
| Rank | Team | Record | Last Week | Breakdown |
| 1 | Grayson | (3-0) | 1 | The Rams hold on to the top spot after an OT victory, but must now move forward without their star QB. |
| 2 | Buford | (2-0) | 2 | The Wolves were on a bye and will look to maintain their status in a home game against Roswell. |
| 3 | Milton | (2-1) | 3 | A close loss to No. 2 Buford in Week 1 still looks good for the Eagles, who have now won two in a row. |
| 4 | Thomas County Central | (3-0) | 6 | The Yellow Jackets climb into the top 5 after a dominant 79-14 win over Florida State University (FL). |
| 5 | Douglas County | (3-0) | 4 | The Tigers drop one spot after a closer-than-expected win and now face a major test against Langston Hughes. |
| 6 | Creekside | (3-0) | 21 | The Seminoles are this week’s biggest riser, jumping 15 spots after an incredible start against a strong schedule. |
| 7 | Carrollton | (3-0) | 5 | The Trojans fall two spots after a less-than-impressive seven-point win over Rome. |
| 8 | Langston Hughes | (2-0) | 8 | The Panthers were off last week and are ready for a crucial showdown with Douglas County. |
| 9 | North Oconee | (2-0) | 9 | The Titans had a bye week and return to action with a road game at Clarke Central. |
| 10 | Lee County | (2-0) | 7 | The Trojans drop three spots after a lackluster performance in a close win over Tift County. |
| 11 | Cartersville | (3-0) | 11 | The Purple Hurricanes remain steady at No. 11 after an impressive 3-0 start to the season. |
| 12 | Gainesville | (3-0) | 12 | The Red Elephants stay put after a convincing 42-14 victory over Westlake. |
| 13 | North Gwinnett | (1-1) | 13 | The Bulldogs get a quality 21-7 win over Colquitt County, bouncing back from their Week 1 loss. |
| 14 | McEachern | (3-0) | 10 | A narrow 16-13 escape at Marietta sends the Indians tumbling down the rankings. |
| 15 | Blessed Trinity | (3-0) | 14 | The Titans drop a spot after a challenging win against Prince Avenue Christian. |
| 16 | Valdosta | (3-0) | 17 | The Wildcats continue to impress, rising one spot after a 52-3 blowout win. |
| 17 | Carver-Columbus | (3-0) | 16 | The Tigers fall one spot due to strength of schedule, despite another strong performance. |
| 18 | Roswell | (2-0) | 15 | A close win over Walton causes the Hornets to drop three spots in this week’s poll. |
| 19 | Colquitt County | (1-1) | 18 | The Packers fall one spot after a road loss to a quality North Gwinnett team. |
| 20 | Sprayberry | (3-0) | 20 | The Yellow Jackets remain steady after a convincing 48-7 victory over Kennesaw Mountain. |
| 21 | Rome | (0-2) | Not Ranked | Despite an 0-2 record, Rome enters the poll based on close losses to top-10 teams Carrollton and Creekside. |
| 22 | North Cobb | (2-1) | 19 | The Warriors continue their slide after a close win, falling to No. 22 after being ranked as high as No. 6. |
| 23 | Sandy Creek | (3-0) | Not Ranked | The Patriots jump into the top 25 after a 23-7 victory over LaGrange. |
| 24 | Peach County | (3-0) | Not Ranked | An impressive 3-0 start, including wins over Northeast and Perry, puts Peach County in the rankings for the first time. |
| 25 | Houston County | (2-1) | 22 | The Bears drop to No. 25 after a surprisingly low-scoring and narrow 12-7 win over Perry. |
