For the 2024-25 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,655 students in 30030, GA (there are 11 private schools, serving 1,453 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 30030, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 30030, GA are Oakhurst Elementary School, Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School and Westchester Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30030 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Georgia public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30030, GA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 64% (majority Black).
Best 30030, GA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Oakhurst Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
175 Mead Rd
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4470
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4470
Grades: PK-2
| 302 students
Rank: #22.
Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
101 5th Ave
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4460
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4460
Grades: 3-5
| 596 students
Rank: #33.
Westchester Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
758 Scott Blvd
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4400
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4400
Grades: PK-2
| 183 students
Rank: #44.
Talley Street Upper Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2617 Talley St
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 377-1446
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 377-1446
Grades: 3-5
| 661 students
Rank: #55.
Glennwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
440 E Ponce De Leon Ave
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4435
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4435
Grades: PK-2
| 208 students
Rank: #66.
Beacon Hill Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
220 W College Ave
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4440
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4440
Grades: 6-8
| 1,323 students
Rank: #77.
Winnona Park Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
510 Avery St
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4490
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4490
Grades: PK-2
| 322 students
Rank: #88.
Clairemont Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
155 Erie Ave
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4450
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4450
Grades: PK-2
| 207 students
Rank: #99.
Decatur High School
Magnet School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
310 N Mcdonough St
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4420
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4420
Grades: 9-12
| 1,853 students
Rank: n/an/a
3303 Panthersville Road
Decatur, GA 30030
(678) 874-4502
Decatur, GA 30030
(678) 874-4502
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
30030, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
917 South Mcdonough St
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4480
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4480
Grades: PK
| n/a students
923 Forrest Boulevard
Decatur, GA 30030
(678) 874-1102
Decatur, GA 30030
(678) 874-1102
Grades: PK-5
| 227 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 30030, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 30030, GA include Oakhurst Elementary School, Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School and Westchester Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30030?
10 public schools are located in 30030.
What percentage of students in 30030 go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 30030 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30030?
30030 public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 64% (majority Black).
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