For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,462 students in 30240, GA (there are 4 private schools, serving 464 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 30240, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 30240, GA are Hillcrest Elementary School, Long Cane Elementary School and Hollis Hand Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30240 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Georgia public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30240, GA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30240, GA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hillcrest Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3116 Robert Hayes Rd
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7940
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7940
Grades: PK-5
| 376 students
Rank: #22.
Long Cane Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
238 Long Cane Rd
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7948
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7948
Grades: PK-5
| 619 students
Rank: #33.
Hollis Hand Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
641 Country Club Rd
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 883-1580
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 883-1580
Grades: PK-5
| 594 students
Rank: #44.
Long Cane Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
326 Long Cane Rd
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 845-2085
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 845-2085
Grades: 6-8
| 973 students
Rank: #55.
Lagrange High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
516 N Greenwood St
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 883-1590
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 883-1590
Grades: 9-12
| 1,301 students
Rank: #66.
Franklin Forest Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Scholar Ln
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 845-7556
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 845-7556
Grades: PK-5
| 664 students
Rank: #77.
Ethel W. Kight Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
75 Gordon Rd
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7943
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7943
Grades: PK-5
| 603 students
Rank: #88.
Berta Weathersbee Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Forrest Ave
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 883-1570
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 883-1570
Grades: PK-5
| 268 students
Rank: #99.
The Hope Academy School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
200 Mooty Bridge Rd
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7988
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7988
Grades: 6-12
| 64 students
30240, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Burwell Psychoeducational Program (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
307 Fort Drive
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 884-6001
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 884-6001
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Troup County Student Services Center (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
4864 West Point Rd
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7988
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7988
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
525 Park Ave
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 883-1555
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 883-1555
Grades: PK-5
| 465 students
West Side Magnet School (Closed 2023)
Magnet School
301 Forrest Avenue
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 883-1550
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 883-1550
Grades: 3-8
| 502 students
1700 Whitesville Rd
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7968
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7968
Grades: PK-5
| 537 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 30240, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 30240, GA include Hillcrest Elementary School, Long Cane Elementary School and Hollis Hand Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30240?
9 public schools are located in 30240.
What percentage of students in 30240 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 30240 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30240?
30240 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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