For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 4,835 students in 30034, GA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 30034, GA are Narvie Harris Elementary School, Chapel Hill Middle School and Rainbow Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 30034 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 30034, GA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public elementary school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30034, GA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Narvie Harris Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3981 Mcgill Dr
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 676-9202
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 676-9202
Grades: PK-5
| 565 students
Rank: #22.
Chapel Hill Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3535 Dogwood Farm Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 676-8502
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 676-8502
Grades: 6-8
| 619 students
Rank: #33.
Rainbow Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2801 Kelley Chapel Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-1702
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-1702
Grades: PK-5
| 319 students
Rank: #44.
Bob Mathis Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3505 Boring Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-5802
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-5802
Grades: PK-5
| 354 students
Rank: #55.
Columbia Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3001 Columbia Dr
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 875-0502
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 875-0502
Grades: 6-8
| 564 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Cedar Grove Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2300 Wildcat Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-4202
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-4202
Grades: 6-8
| 712 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Chapel Hill Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3536 Radcliffe Blvd
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 676-8402
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 676-8402
Grades: PK-5
| 525 students
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Flat Shoals Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3226 Flat Shoals Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-4602
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-4602
Grades: PK-5
| 469 students
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Oak View Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3574 Oakvale Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 875-1302
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 875-1302
Grades: PK-5
| 701 students
Rank: n/an/a
Dekalb Regional Youth Detention Center
Alternative School
2946 Clifton Springs Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(404) 244-2183
Decatur, GA 30034
(404) 244-2183
Grades: 5-12
| 7 students
30034, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Dekalb Transition School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
2670 Old Wesley Chapel Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-1002
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-1002
Grades: 6-9
| 33 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 30034, GA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 30034, GA include Narvie Harris Elementary School, Chapel Hill Middle School and Rainbow Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 30034?
10 public elementary schools are located in 30034.
What is the racial composition of students in 30034?
30034 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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