For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 5,813 students in 30253, GA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 30253, GA are Hickory Flat Elementary School, Eagle's Landing Middle School and Flippen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 30253 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 30253, GA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public elementary school average of 64% (majority Black).
Best 30253, GA Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hickory Flat Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
841 Brannan Rd
Mcdonough, GA 30253
(770) 898-0107
Mcdonough, GA 30253
(770) 898-0107
Grades: K-5
| 553 students
Rank: #22.
Eagle's Landing Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
295 Tunis Rd
Mcdonough, GA 30253
(770) 914-8189
Mcdonough, GA 30253
(770) 914-8189
Grades: 6-8
| 1,092 students
Rank: #33.
Flippen Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
425 Peach Dr
Mcdonough, GA 30253
(770) 954-3522
Mcdonough, GA 30253
(770) 954-3522
Grades: PK-5
| 570 students
Rank: #44.
Walnut Creek Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3535 Mcdonough Pkwy
Mcdonough, GA 30253
(770) 288-8561
Mcdonough, GA 30253
(770) 288-8561
Grades: PK-5
| 716 students
Rank: #55.
Wesley Lakes Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
685 Mcdonough Pkwy
Mcdonough, GA 30253
(770) 914-1889
Mcdonough, GA 30253
(770) 914-1889
Grades: PK-5
| 843 students
Rank: #66.
Oakland Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
551 Highway 81 W
Mcdonough, GA 30253
(770) 954-1901
Mcdonough, GA 30253
(770) 954-1901
Grades: PK-5
| 931 students
Rank: #77.
Mcdonough Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
175 Postmaster Dr
Mcdonough, GA 30253
(470) 615-3460
Mcdonough, GA 30253
(470) 615-3460
Grades: 6-8
| 954 students
Rank: #88.
Excel Academy
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
330 Tomlinson St
Mcdonough, GA 30253
(770) 957-4101
Mcdonough, GA 30253
(770) 957-4101
Grades: 6-12
| 154 students
30253, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
330 Tomlinson St
Mcdonough, GA 30253
(770) 957-4101
Mcdonough, GA 30253
(770) 957-4101
Grades: PK-5
| 490 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 30253, GA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 30253, GA include Hickory Flat Elementary School, Eagle's Landing Middle School and Flippen Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 30253?
8 public elementary schools are located in 30253.
What is the racial composition of students in 30253?
30253 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 64% (majority Black).
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