For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 3,084 students in 30253, GA.
The top ranked public high schools in 30253, GA are Eagle's Landing High School, Mcdonough High School and Excel Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 30253 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Georgia public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 30253, GA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 30253 have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is less than the Georgia average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Eagle's Landing High School, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Georgia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public high school average of 63% (majority Black).
Best 30253, GA Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Eagle's Landing High School
Magnet School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
301 Tunis Rd
Mcdonough, GA 30253
(770) 954-9515
Mcdonough, GA 30253
(770) 954-9515
Grades: 9-12
| 1,642 students
Rank: #22.
Mcdonough High School
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
155 Postmaster Dr
Mcdonough, GA 30253
(470) 615-3450
Mcdonough, GA 30253
(470) 615-3450
Grades: 9-12
| 1,288 students
Rank: #33.
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 high schools in 30253, GA?
The top ranked public high schools in 30253, GA include Eagle's Landing High School, Mcdonough High School and Excel Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 30253?
3 public high schools are located in 30253.
What is the racial composition of students in 30253?
30253 public high schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public high schools average of 63% (majority Black).
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