For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,146 students in 30439, GA.
The top ranked public schools in 30439, GA are Metter High School, Metter Middle School and Metter Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30439 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Georgia public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30439, GA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30439, GA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Metter High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
34905 Ga Highway 129 S
Metter, GA 30439
(912) 685-2134
Metter, GA 30439
(912) 685-2134
Grades: 9-12
| 463 students
Rank: #22.
Metter Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
33661 Ga Highway 129 S
Metter, GA 30439
(912) 685-5580
Metter, GA 30439
(912) 685-5580
Grades: 6-8
| 510 students
Rank: #33.
Metter Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
33661 Ga Highway 129 S
Metter, GA 30439
(912) 685-5050
Metter, GA 30439
(912) 685-5050
Grades: PK-5
| 993 students
Rank: #44.
Metter College And Career Academy
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
34905 Ga Highway 129 S
Metter, GA 30439
(912) 685-5713
Metter, GA 30439
(912) 685-5713
Grades: 6-12
| 180 students
30439, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Candler County Board Of Education (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
210 South College St
Metter, GA 30439
(912) 685-5713
Metter, GA 30439
(912) 685-5713
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
33661 Ga Highway 129 S
Metter, GA 30439
(912) 685-7400
Metter, GA 30439
(912) 685-7400
Grades: 3-5
| 498 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 30439, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 30439, GA include Metter High School, Metter Middle School and Metter Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30439?
4 public schools are located in 30439.
What is the racial composition of students in 30439?
30439 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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