For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 6,928 students in 30117, GA (there are 2 private schools, serving 112 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 30117, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 30117, GA are Carrollton High School, Carrollton Upper Elementary School and Mt. Zion High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30117 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Georgia public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30117, GA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30117, GA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Carrollton High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
201 Trojan Dr
Carrollton, GA 30117
(770) 834-7726
Carrollton, GA 30117
(770) 834-7726
Grades: 9-12
| 1,825 students
Rank: #22.
Carrollton Upper Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
510 Ben Scott Blvd
Carrollton, GA 30117
(770) 830-0997
Carrollton, GA 30117
(770) 830-0997
Grades: 4-5
| 745 students
Rank: #33.
Mt. Zion High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
280 Eureka Church Rd
Carrollton, GA 30117
(770) 834-6654
Carrollton, GA 30117
(770) 834-6654
Grades: 9-12
| 471 students
Rank: #44.
Carrollton Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
401 Ben Scott Blvd
Carrollton, GA 30117
(770) 832-2120
Carrollton, GA 30117
(770) 832-2120
Grades: PK-3
| 1,866 students
Rank: #55.
Mount Zion Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
260 Eureka Church Rd
Carrollton, GA 30117
(770) 832-8588
Carrollton, GA 30117
(770) 832-8588
Grades: PK-5
| 705 students
Rank: #66.
Carrollton Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
151 Tom Reeve Drive
Carrollton, GA 30117
(770) 832-6535
Carrollton, GA 30117
(770) 832-6535
Grades: 6-8
| 1,316 students
30117, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Burwell Psychoeducational Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
423 Alabama St
Carrollton, GA 30117
(770) 830-6766
Carrollton, GA 30117
(770) 830-6766
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Burwell Psychoeducational Program (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
423 Alabama St
Carrollton, GA 30117
(770) 830-6766
Carrollton, GA 30117
(770) 830-6766
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 30117, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 30117, GA include Carrollton High School, Carrollton Upper Elementary School and Mt. Zion High School.
How many public schools are located in 30117?
6 public schools are located in 30117.
What percentage of students in 30117 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 30117 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30117?
30117 public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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