For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,882 students in 30286, GA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 30286, GA are Upson-lee Elementary School, Upson-lee Primary School and Upson-lee Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 30286 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 30286, GA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public elementary school average of 64% (majority Black).
Best 30286, GA Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Upson-lee Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
334 Knight Trl
Thomaston, GA 30286
(706) 647-3632
Thomaston, GA 30286
(706) 647-3632
Grades: 3-5
| 906 students
Rank: #22.
Upson-lee Primary School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 30% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
172 Knight Trl
Thomaston, GA 30286
(706) 647-7516
Thomaston, GA 30286
(706) 647-7516
Grades: PK-2
| 1,049 students
Rank: #33.
Upson-lee Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
101 Holston Dr
Thomaston, GA 30286
(706) 647-6256
Thomaston, GA 30286
(706) 647-6256
Grades: 6-8
| 927 students
30286, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Prek (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
216 East Lee St
Thomaston, GA 30286
(706) 646-4729
Thomaston, GA 30286
(706) 646-4729
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Upson-lee Alternative School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
300 Adams St
Thomaston, GA 30286
(706) 647-5738
Thomaston, GA 30286
(706) 647-5738
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
172 Knight Trail
Thomaston, GA 30286
(706) 647-7516
Thomaston, GA 30286
(706) 647-7516
Grades: PK-5
| 1,585 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 30286, GA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 30286, GA include Upson-lee Elementary School, Upson-lee Primary School and Upson-lee Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 30286?
3 public elementary schools are located in 30286.
What is the racial composition of students in 30286?
30286 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 64% (majority Black).
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