For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 6,790 students in 30549, GA (there are 1 private school, serving 142 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 30549, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 30549, GA are Jefferson Academy, Jefferson Middle School and Jefferson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30549 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Georgia public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30549, GA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 64% (majority Black).
Best 30549, GA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
99 Dragon Dr
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2300
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2300
Grades: 3-5
| 931 students
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
100 Dragon Dr
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2882
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2882
Grades: 6-8
| 1,014 students
Rank: #33.
Jefferson High School
Magnet School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
575 Washington St
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2881
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2881
Grades: 9-12
| 1,214 students
Rank: #44.
Gum Springs Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 Gum Springs Church Rd
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 654-5580
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 654-5580
Grades: PK-5
| 1,122 students
Rank: #55.
West Jackson Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Gum Springs Church Rd
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 654-2775
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 654-2775
Grades: 6-8
| 1,502 students
Rank: n/an/a
Jefferson Elementary School
Magnet School
415 Hoschton St
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-8242
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-8242
Grades: PK-2
| 1,007 students
30549, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Jackson County Crossroads (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
441 Gordon St
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2341
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2341
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Regional Evening Alternative School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
441 Gordon St
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2341
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2341
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 30549, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 30549, GA include Jefferson Academy, Jefferson Middle School and Jefferson High School.
How many public schools are located in 30549?
6 public schools are located in 30549.
What percentage of students in 30549 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 30549 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30549?
30549 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 64% (majority Black).
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