For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,607 students in 30606, GA (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,296 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 30606, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 30606, GA are Timothy Elementary School, Clarke Middle School and Whitehead Road Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30606 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Georgia public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30606, GA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 64% (majority Black).
Best 30606, GA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Timothy Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1900 Timothy Rd
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 549-0107
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 549-0107
Grades: PK-5
| 536 students
Rank: #22.
Clarke Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1235 Baxter St
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 543-6547
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 543-6547
Grades: 6-8
| 708 students
Rank: #33.
Whitehead Road Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
555 Quailwood Dr
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 548-7296
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 548-7296
Grades: PK-5
| 691 students
Rank: #44.
Burney-harris-lyons Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1600 Tallassee Rd
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 548-7208
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 548-7208
Grades: 6-8
| 728 students
Rank: #55.
Oglethorpe Avenue Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1150 Oglethorpe Ave
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 549-0762
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 549-0762
Grades: PK-5
| 581 students
Rank: #66.
Alps Road Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
205 Alps Rd
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 548-2261
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 548-2261
Grades: PK-5
| 339 students
Rank: #77.
Classic City High School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
440 Dearing Ext
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 353-2323
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 353-2323
Grades: 9-12
| 24 students
30606, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Alternative Placement Program (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
440 Dearing Extension
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 546-7721
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 546-7721
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Clarke County Evening School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
440 Dearing Extension
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 357-5292
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 357-5292
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
440-2 Dearing Ext
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 357-5239
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 357-5239
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Rutland Psychoeducational Program (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
Oglethorpe Ave
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 649-3030
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 649-3030
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 30606, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 30606, GA include Timothy Elementary School, Clarke Middle School and Whitehead Road Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30606?
7 public schools are located in 30606.
What percentage of students in 30606 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 30606 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30606?
30606 public schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 64% (majority Black).
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