For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,229 students in 30909, GA (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,042 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 30909, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 30909, GA are Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta, Lake Forest Hills Elementary School and Bayvale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30909 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30909, GA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30909, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3100 Perimeter Pkwy
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 651-0005
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 651-0005
Gr: K-12 | 32 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Lake Forest Hills Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3140 Lake Forest Dr
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 737-7317
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 737-7317
Gr: PK-5 | 719 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #33.
Bayvale Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3309 Milledgeville Rd
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 737-7255
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 737-7255
Gr: PK-5 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
Sue Reynolds Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3840 Wrightsboro Rd
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 855-2540
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 855-2540
Gr: PK-5 | 652 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Belair Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3925 Harper Franklin Ave
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 821-2766
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 821-2766
Gr: PK-5 | 675 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #66.
Tutt Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
495 Boy Scout Rd
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 737-7288
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 737-7288
Gr: 6-8 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #77.
Copeland Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1440 Jackson Rd
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 737-7228
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 737-7228
Gr: PK-5 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
150 Potential Way
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 821-2766
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 821-2766
Gr: 6-8 | 776 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
30909, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3019 Walton Way
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 737-7301
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 737-7301
Gr: 6-8 | 719 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
1215 Northwood Rd
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 737-7266
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 737-7266
Gr: PK-5 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 30909, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 30909, GA include Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta, Lake Forest Hills Elementary School and Bayvale Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30909?
8 public schools are located in 30909.
What percentage of students in 30909 go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 30909 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30909?
30909 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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