For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,986 students in 30547, GA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 30547, GA are Banks County Elementary School and Banks County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 30547 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 30547, GA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public elementary school average of 64% (majority Black).
Best 30547, GA Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Banks County Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
180 Highway 51 S
Homer, GA 30547
(706) 677-2308
Homer, GA 30547
(706) 677-2308
Grades: 3-5
| 639 students
Rank: #22.
Banks County Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
712 Thompson St
Homer, GA 30547
(706) 677-2277
Homer, GA 30547
(706) 677-2277
Grades: 6-8
| 641 students
Rank: n/an/a
Banks County Primary School
Magnet School
266 Highway 51 S
Homer, GA 30547
(706) 677-2355
Homer, GA 30547
(706) 677-2355
Grades: PK-2
| 706 students
30547, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Alpine Psychoeducational Program (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
102 Hwy 51 South
Homer, GA 30547
(770) 532-9981
Homer, GA 30547
(770) 532-9981
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
182 Hwy 51 South
Homer, GA 30547
(706) 677-2190
Homer, GA 30547
(706) 677-2190
Grades: 4-5
| 383 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 30547, GA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 30547, GA include Banks County Elementary School and Banks County Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 30547?
3 public elementary schools are located in 30547.
What is the racial composition of students in 30547?
30547 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 64% (majority Black).
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