For the 2024-25 school year, there are 11 public elementary schools serving 6,949 students in 30236, GA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 30236, GA are Elite Scholars Academy School, Kay R Pace Elementary School Of The Arts and Arnold Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 30236 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 30236, GA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public elementary school average of 64% (majority Black).
Best 30236, GA Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Elite Scholars Academy School
Magnet School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
7923 Fielder Rd
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(770) 472-2823
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(770) 472-2823
Grades: 6-12
| 680 students
Rank: #22.
Kay R Pace Elementary School Of The Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1821 Walt Stephens Rd
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(678) 479-0101
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(678) 479-0101
Grades: K-5
| 508 students
Rank: #33.
Arnold Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
216 Stockbridge Rd
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(770) 473-2800
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(770) 473-2800
Grades: PK-5
| 439 students
Rank: #44.
M. D. Roberts Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1905 Walt Stephens Rd
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(678) 479-0100
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(678) 479-0100
Grades: 6-8
| 852 students
Rank: #55.
Kilpatrick Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7534 Tara Rd
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(770) 473-2790
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(770) 473-2790
Grades: PK-5
| 618 students
Rank: #66.
James Jackson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7711 Mount Zion Blvd
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(678) 610-4401
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(678) 610-4401
Grades: PK-5
| 633 students
Rank: #77.
Suder Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1400 Lake Jodeco Rd
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(770) 473-2820
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(770) 473-2820
Grades: PK-5
| 631 students
Rank: #88.
Jonesboro Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1308 Arnold St
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(678) 610-4331
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(678) 610-4331
Grades: 6-8
| 951 students
Rank: #99.
Mount Zion Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2984 Mount Zion Rd
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(770) 968-2935
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(770) 968-2935
Grades: 3-5
| 503 students
Rank: #1010.
Lee Street Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
178 Lee St
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(770) 473-2815
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(770) 473-2815
Grades: PK-5
| 545 students
Rank: n/an/a
Mount Zion Primary
Magnet School
2920 Mount Zion Rd
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(770) 473-2700
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(770) 473-2700
Grades: PK-2
| 589 students
30236, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Clayton County Alternative Center (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
1098 5th Ave
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(770) 473-2865
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(770) 473-2865
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Clayton County Open Campuscareer Academy (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
137 Spring St
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(770) 515-7601
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(770) 515-7601
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Flint River School (Closed 2011)
Special Education School
9540 Tara Blvd
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(770) 472-8473
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(770) 472-8473
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Worktec (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
221 Stockbridge Rd
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(770) 473-2840
Jonesboro, GA 30236
(770) 473-2840
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 30236, GA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 30236, GA include Elite Scholars Academy School, Kay R Pace Elementary School Of The Arts and Arnold Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 30236?
11 public elementary schools are located in 30236.
What is the racial composition of students in 30236?
30236 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 64% (majority Black).
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