For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,379 students in 30605, GA.
The top ranked public high schools in 30605, GA are Clarke Central High School and Cedar Shoals High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 30605 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Georgia public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 30605, GA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 30605 have a Graduation Rate of 76%, which is less than the Georgia average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Clarke Central High School, with 80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Georgia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public high school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30605, GA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Clarke Central High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
350 S Milledge Ave
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 357-5200
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 357-5200
Grades: 9-12
| 1,842 students
Rank: #22.
Cedar Shoals High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Cedar Shoals Dr
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 546-5375
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 546-5375
Grades: 9-12
| 1,537 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 30605, GA?
The top ranked public high schools in 30605, GA include Clarke Central High School and Cedar Shoals High School.
How many public high schools are located in 30605?
2 public high schools are located in 30605.
What is the racial composition of students in 30605?
30605 public high schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public high schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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