Best 30605 Georgia Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,396 students in 30605, GA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 30605, GA are Clarke Central High School and Cedar Shoals High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 30605 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Georgia public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 43% statewide average). High schools in 30605, GA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 30605 have a Graduation Rate of 75%, which is less than the Georgia average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Clarke Central High School, with 80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Georgia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public high school average of 65% (majority Black).

Best 30605, GA Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clarke Central High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
350 S Milledge Ave
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 357-5200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,907 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Cedar Shoals High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1300 Cedar Shoals Dr
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 546-5375
Gr: 9-12 | 1,489 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 30605, GA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 30605, GA include Clarke Central High School and Cedar Shoals High School.
How many public high schools are located in 30605?
2 public high schools are located in 30605.
What is the racial composition of students in 30605?
30605 public high schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public high schools average of 65% (majority Black).

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