For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,080 students in 30312, GA (there are 4 private schools, serving 189 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 30312, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 30312, GA are David T Howard Middle School, Parkside Elementary School and Wesley International Academy Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30312 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30312, GA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30312, GA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
David T Howard Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
551 John Wesley Dobbs
Atlanta, GA 30312
(404) 802-3200
Atlanta, GA 30312
(404) 802-3200
Gr: 6-8 | 1,073 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Parkside Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
685 Mercer St Se
Atlanta, GA 30312
(404) 802-4100
Atlanta, GA 30312
(404) 802-4100
Gr: PK-5 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
Wesley International Academy Charter
Charter School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
211 Memorial Dr Se
Atlanta, GA 30312
(678) 904-9137
Atlanta, GA 30312
(678) 904-9137
Gr: K-8 | 776 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Martin L. King Jr. Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
545 Hill St Se
Atlanta, GA 30312
(404) 802-5400
Atlanta, GA 30312
(404) 802-5400
Gr: 6-8 | 879 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #55.
The John Hope-charles Walter Hill Elementary Schools
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
112 Boulevard Ne
Atlanta, GA 30312
(404) 802-7450
Atlanta, GA 30312
(404) 802-7450
Gr: PK-5 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #66.
Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
500 Whitehall Ter Sw
Atlanta, GA 30312
(404) 802-7950
Atlanta, GA 30312
(404) 802-7950
Gr: PK-5 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
30312, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
211 Memorial Dr Se
Atlanta, GA 30312
(404) 802-8500
Atlanta, GA 30312
(404) 802-8500
Gr: PK-5 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
320 Irwin Street, Ne
Atlanta, GA 30312
(404) 330-4173
Atlanta, GA 30312
(404) 330-4173
Gr: 6-8 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 30312, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 30312, GA include David T Howard Middle School, Parkside Elementary School and Wesley International Academy Charter.
How many public schools are located in 30312?
6 public schools are located in 30312.
What percentage of students in 30312 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 30312 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30312?
30312 public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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