For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,524 students in 30605, GA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 30605, GA are Barrow Elementary School, Barnett Shoals Elementary School and Whit Davis Road Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 30605 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 30605, GA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public elementary school average of 64% (majority Black).
Best 30605, GA Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Barrow Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 Pinecrest Dr
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 543-2676
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 543-2676
Grades: PK-5
| 452 students
Rank: #22.
Barnett Shoals Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3220 Barnett Shoals Rd
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 357-5334
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 357-5334
Grades: PK-5
| 487 students
Rank: #33.
Whit Davis Road Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1450 Whit Davis Rd
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 369-1036
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 369-1036
Grades: PK-5
| 439 students
Rank: #44.
Hilsman Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
870 Gaines School Rd
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 548-7281
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 548-7281
Grades: 6-8
| 628 students
Rank: #55.
Gaines Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
900 Gaines School Rd
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 357-5333
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 357-5333
Grades: PK-5
| 518 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 30605, GA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 30605, GA include Barrow Elementary School, Barnett Shoals Elementary School and Whit Davis Road Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 30605?
5 public elementary schools are located in 30605.
What is the racial composition of students in 30605?
30605 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 64% (majority Black).
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