For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,215 students in 30297, GA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 30297, GA are Babb Middle School, Unidos Dual Language School and 7 Pillars Career Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 30297 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 30297, GA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Georgia public elementary school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30297, GA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Babb Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5500 Reynolds Rd
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3880
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3880
Grades: 6-8
| 878 students
Rank: #22.
Unidos Dual Language School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4475 Hendrix Dr
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 361-3494
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 361-3494
Grades: PK-5
| 434 students
Rank: #33.
7 Pillars Career Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4234 Hendrix Dr
Forest Park, GA 30297
(770) 954-5306
Forest Park, GA 30297
(770) 954-5306
Grades: 6-10
| 271 students
Rank: #44.
Edmonds Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4495 Simpson Rd
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3830
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3830
Grades: PK-5
| 445 students
Rank: #55.
Fountain Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5215 West St
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3875
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3875
Grades: PK-5
| 496 students
Rank: #66.
Huie Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1260 Rockcut Rd
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3825
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3825
Grades: PK-5
| 603 students
Rank: n/an/a
Sankofa Montessori
Charter School
5881 Phillips Drive
Forest Park, GA 30297
(470) 502-4921
Forest Park, GA 30297
(470) 502-4921
Grades: K-6
| 88 students
30297, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4475 Hendrix Dr
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3835
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3835
Grades: 5
| 27 students
South Metro Psychoeducational Program (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
5277 Ash St
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-2000
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-2000
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 30297, GA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 30297, GA include Babb Middle School, Unidos Dual Language School and 7 Pillars Career Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 30297?
7 public elementary schools are located in 30297.
What is the racial composition of students in 30297?
30297 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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