For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,656 students in 30116, GA (there are 1 private school, serving 210 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 30116, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 30116, GA are Central Elementary School, Central Middle School and Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30116 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Georgia public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30116, GA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30116, GA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
175 Primary School Rd
Carrollton, GA 30116
(770) 832-6466
Carrollton, GA 30116
(770) 832-6466
Grades: PK-5
| 989 students
Rank: #22.
Central Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
155 Whooping Creek Rd
Carrollton, GA 30116
(770) 832-8114
Carrollton, GA 30116
(770) 832-8114
Grades: 6-8
| 1,028 students
Rank: #33.
Central High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
113 Central High Rd
Carrollton, GA 30116
(770) 834-3386
Carrollton, GA 30116
(770) 834-3386
Grades: 9-12
| 1,356 students
Rank: #44.
Sand Hill Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
45 Sandhill School Rd
Carrollton, GA 30116
(770) 832-8541
Carrollton, GA 30116
(770) 832-8541
Grades: PK-5
| 722 students
Rank: #55.
Sharp Creek Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
115 Old Muse Rd
Carrollton, GA 30116
(770) 214-8848
Carrollton, GA 30116
(770) 214-8848
Grades: PK-5
| 561 students
30116, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Goal Program (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1075 Newnan Rd
Carrollton, GA 30116
(770) 830-5012
Carrollton, GA 30116
(770) 830-5012
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
113 Central High Rd
Carrollton, GA 30116
(770) 254-5970
Carrollton, GA 30116
(770) 254-5970
Grades: 10-12
| 32 students
1075 Newnan Highway
Carrollton, GA 30116
(770) 832-8380
Carrollton, GA 30116
(770) 832-8380
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 30116, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 30116, GA include Central Elementary School, Central Middle School and Central High School.
How many public schools are located in 30116?
5 public schools are located in 30116.
What percentage of students in 30116 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 30116 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30116?
30116 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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