For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,959 students in 30728, GA.
The top ranked public schools in 30728, GA are North Lafayette Elementary School, Lafayette High School and Lafayette Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30728 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Georgia public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30728, GA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30728, GA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Lafayette Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
610 N Duke St
La Fayette, GA 30728
(706) 638-1869
La Fayette, GA 30728
(706) 638-1869
Grades: PK-5
| 421 students
Rank: #22.
Lafayette High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 Rambler Dr
La Fayette, GA 30728
(706) 638-2342
La Fayette, GA 30728
(706) 638-2342
Grades: 9-12
| 1,195 students
Rank: #33.
Lafayette Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
419 Roadrunner Blvd
La Fayette, GA 30728
(706) 638-6440
La Fayette, GA 30728
(706) 638-6440
Grades: 6-8
| 501 students
Rank: #44.
Gilbert Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
87 S Burnt Mill Rd
La Fayette, GA 30728
(706) 638-2432
La Fayette, GA 30728
(706) 638-2432
Grades: PK-5
| 510 students
Rank: #55.
Naomi Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4038 E Highway 136
La Fayette, GA 30728
(706) 638-2443
La Fayette, GA 30728
(706) 638-2443
Grades: PK-5
| 332 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 30728, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 30728, GA include North Lafayette Elementary School, Lafayette High School and Lafayette Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 30728?
5 public schools are located in 30728.
What is the racial composition of students in 30728?
30728 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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