For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,618 students in 30677, GA (there are 2 private schools, serving 554 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 30677, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 30677, GA are Colham Ferry Elementary School, Oconee County High School and Oconee County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30677 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Georgia public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30677, GA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30677, GA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Colham Ferry Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
191 Colham Ferry Rd
Watkinsville, GA 30677
(706) 769-7764
Watkinsville, GA 30677
(706) 769-7764
Grades: PK-5
| 598 students
Rank: #22.
Oconee County High School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2721 Hog Mountain Rd
Watkinsville, GA 30677
(706) 769-6655
Watkinsville, GA 30677
(706) 769-6655
Grades: 9-12
| 1,314 students
Rank: #33.
Oconee County Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1101 Mars Hill Rd
Watkinsville, GA 30677
(706) 769-3575
Watkinsville, GA 30677
(706) 769-3575
Grades: 6-8
| 891 students
Rank: #44.
Oconee County Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2230 Hog Mountain Rd
Watkinsville, GA 30677
(706) 769-7791
Watkinsville, GA 30677
(706) 769-7791
Grades: 3-5
| 397 students
Rank: n/an/a
2290 Hog Mountain Rd
Watkinsville, GA 30677
(706) 769-7941
Watkinsville, GA 30677
(706) 769-7941
Grades: PK-2
| 418 students
30677, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Crossroads Alternative School (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
2721 Hog Mountain Road
Watkinsville, GA 30677
(706) 769-6655
Watkinsville, GA 30677
(706) 769-6655
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 30677, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 30677, GA include Colham Ferry Elementary School, Oconee County High School and Oconee County Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 30677?
5 public schools are located in 30677.
What percentage of students in 30677 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 30677 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30677?
30677 public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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