For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 4,162 students in 30305, GA.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 30305 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 30305, GA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public elementary school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30305, GA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Morningside Elementary School
(Math: 76% | 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
Gr: K-5 | 750 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Atlanta Classical Academy
Charter School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3260 Northside Dr Nw
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 369-3500
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 369-3500
Gr: K-12 | 681 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
E. Rivers Elementary School
(Math: 50% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 706 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #44.
Willis A. Sutton Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2875 Northside Dr Nw
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 802-5600
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 802-5600
Gr: 6-8 | 1,555 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #55.
Garden Hills Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
285 Sheridan Dr Ne
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 802-7800
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 802-7800
Gr: PK-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 30305, GA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 30305, GA include Morningside Elementary School, Atlanta Classical Academy and E. Rivers Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 30305?
5 public elementary schools are located in 30305.
What is the racial composition of students in 30305?
30305 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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