For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 4,284 students in 30720, GA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 30720, GA are Brookwood Elementary School, New Hope Middle School and Dug Gap Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 30720 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 30720, GA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public elementary school average of 64% (majority Black).
Best 30720, GA Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Brookwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
501 Central Ave
Dalton, GA 30720
(706) 278-9202
Dalton, GA 30720
(706) 278-9202
Grades: PK-5
| 724 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
New Hope Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1111 New Hope Rd Nw
Dalton, GA 30720
(706) 673-2295
Dalton, GA 30720
(706) 673-2295
Grades: 6-8
| 452 students
Rank: #33.
Dug Gap Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2032 Dug Gap Rd
Dalton, GA 30720
(706) 226-3919
Dalton, GA 30720
(706) 226-3919
Grades: PK-5
| 375 students
Rank: #44.
New Hope Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1175 New Hope Rd Nw
Dalton, GA 30720
(706) 673-3180
Dalton, GA 30720
(706) 673-3180
Grades: K-5
| 511 students
Rank: #55.
Westwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
708 Trammell St
Dalton, GA 30720
(706) 278-2809
Dalton, GA 30720
(706) 278-2809
Grades: PK-5
| 579 students
Rank: #66.
Valley Point Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3796 S Dixie Rd
Dalton, GA 30720
(706) 277-9662
Dalton, GA 30720
(706) 277-9662
Grades: 6-8
| 451 students
Rank: #77.
Valley Point Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3798 S Dixie Rd
Dalton, GA 30720
(706) 277-3259
Dalton, GA 30720
(706) 277-3259
Grades: PK-5
| 493 students
Rank: #88.
City Park Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
405 School St
Dalton, GA 30720
(706) 278-8859
Dalton, GA 30720
(706) 278-8859
Grades: PK-5
| 699 students
30720, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Mountainbrook Psychoeducation Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
820 North Hamilton St
Dalton, GA 30720
(706) 272-2140
Dalton, GA 30720
(706) 272-2140
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 30720, GA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 30720, GA include Brookwood Elementary School, New Hope Middle School and Dug Gap Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 30720?
8 public elementary schools are located in 30720.
What is the racial composition of students in 30720?
30720 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 64% (majority Black).
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