For the 2024-25 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,596 students in 30909, GA (there are 4 private schools, serving 942 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 30909, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 30909, GA are Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta, Lake Forest Hills Elementary School and Merry Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30909 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Georgia public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30909, GA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 64% (majority Black).
Best 30909, GA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3100 Perimeter Pkwy
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 651-0005
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 651-0005
Grades: 3-12
| 25 students
Rank: #22.
Lake Forest Hills Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3140 Lake Forest Dr
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 737-7317
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 737-7317
Grades: PK-5
| 514 students
Rank: #33.
Merry Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
415 Boy Scout Rd
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 737-7185
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 737-7185
Grades: PK-5
| 397 students
Rank: #44.
Belair K-8 School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3925 Harper Franklin Ave
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 821-2766
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 821-2766
Grades: PK-8
| 1,032 students
Rank: #55.
Bayvale Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3309 Milledgeville Rd
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 737-7255
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 737-7255
Grades: PK-5
| 377 students
Rank: #66.
Tutt Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
495 Boy Scout Rd
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 737-7288
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 737-7288
Grades: 6-8
| 476 students
Rank: #77.
Sue Reynolds Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3840 Wrightsboro Rd
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 855-2540
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 855-2540
Grades: PK-5
| 655 students
Rank: #88.
Copeland Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1440 Jackson Rd
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 737-7228
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 737-7228
Grades: PK-5
| 389 students
Rank: #99.
Langford Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3019 Walton Way
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 737-7301
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 737-7301
Grades: 6-8
| 731 students
30909, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1215 Northwood Rd
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 737-7266
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 737-7266
Grades: PK-5
| 211 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 30909, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 30909, GA include Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta, Lake Forest Hills Elementary School and Merry Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30909?
9 public schools are located in 30909.
What percentage of students in 30909 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 30909 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30909?
30909 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 64% (majority Black).
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