For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,162 students in 30305, GA (there are 5 private schools, serving 2,429 private students). 63% of all K-12 students in 30305, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 30305, GA are Morningside Elementary School, Atlanta Classical Academy and E. Rivers Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30305 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Georgia public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30305, GA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30305, GA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Morningside Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1053 E Rock Springs Rd Ne
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 802-8950
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 802-8950
Grades: K-5
| 750 students
Rank: #22.
Atlanta Classical Academy
Charter School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3260 Northside Dr Nw
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 369-3500
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 369-3500
Grades: K-12
| 681 students
Rank: #33.
E. Rivers Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8 Peachtree Battle Ave Nw
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 802-7050
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 802-7050
Grades: PK-5
| 706 students
Rank: #44.
Willis A. Sutton Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2875 Northside Dr Nw
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 802-5600
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 802-5600
Grades: 6-8
| 1,555 students
Rank: #55.
Garden Hills Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
285 Sheridan Dr Ne
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 802-7800
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 802-7800
Grades: PK-5
| 470 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 30305, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 30305, GA include Morningside Elementary School, Atlanta Classical Academy and E. Rivers Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30305?
5 public schools are located in 30305.
What percentage of students in 30305 go to public school?
63% of all K-12 students in 30305 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30305?
30305 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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