For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,329 students in 30601, GA (there are 2 private schools, serving 641 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 30601, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 30601, GA are Chase Street Elementary School, Judia Jackson Harris Elementary School and Fowler Drive Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30601 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Georgia public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30601, GA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 63% (majority Black).
Best 30601, GA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chase Street Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
757 N Chase St
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 543-1081
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 543-1081
Grades: PK-5
| 467 students
Rank: #22.
Judia Jackson Harris Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2300 Danielsville Rd
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 357-5203
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 357-5203
Grades: PK-5
| 409 students
Rank: #33.
Fowler Drive Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 Fowler Dr
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 357-5330
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 357-5330
Grades: PK-5
| 398 students
Rank: #44.
Howard B. Stroud Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
715 Fourth St
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 369-1893
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 369-1893
Grades: PK-5
| 380 students
Rank: #55.
Coile Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
110 Old Elberton Rd
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 357-5318
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 357-5318
Grades: 6-8
| 675 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 30601, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 30601, GA include Chase Street Elementary School, Judia Jackson Harris Elementary School and Fowler Drive Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30601, GA?
5 public schools are located in 30601, GA.
What percentage of students in 30601, GA go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 30601, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30601, GA?
30601, GA public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 63% (majority Black).
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