For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 5,929 students in 30605, GA (there are 2 private schools, serving 244 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 30605, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 30605, GA are Barrow Elementary School, Clarke Central High School and Barnett Shoals Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30605 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30605, GA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30605, GA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Barrow Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 Pinecrest Dr
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 543-2676
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 543-2676
Gr: PK-5 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Clarke Central High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
350 S Milledge Ave
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 357-5200
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 357-5200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,907 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Barnett Shoals Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3220 Barnett Shoals Rd
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 357-5334
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 357-5334
Gr: PK-5 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #44.
Cedar Shoals High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Cedar Shoals Dr
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 546-5375
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 546-5375
Gr: 9-12 | 1,489 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #55.
Hilsman Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
870 Gaines School Rd
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 548-7281
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 548-7281
Gr: 6-8 | 624 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #66.
Whit Davis Road Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1450 Whit Davis Rd
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 369-1036
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 369-1036
Gr: PK-5 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #77.
Gaines Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
900 Gaines School Rd
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 357-5333
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 357-5333
Gr: PK-5 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 30605, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 30605, GA include Barrow Elementary School, Clarke Central High School and Barnett Shoals Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30605?
7 public schools are located in 30605.
What percentage of students in 30605 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 30605 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30605?
30605 public schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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