For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,442 students in 30521, GA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 30521, GA are Carnesville Elementary School and Franklin County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 30521 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 30521, GA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Georgia public elementary school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30521, GA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carnesville Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11555 Highway 59
Carnesville, GA 30521
(706) 384-7326
Carnesville, GA 30521
(706) 384-7326
Gr: PK-5 | 637 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Franklin County Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
485 Turkey Creek Rd
Carnesville, GA 30521
(706) 384-4581
Carnesville, GA 30521
(706) 384-4581
Gr: 6-8 | 805 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
30521, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alpine Psychoeducational Program (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
280 Busha Rd
Carnesville, GA 30521
(706) 384-4554
Carnesville, GA 30521
(706) 384-4554
825 Hull Ave
Carnesville, GA 30521
(706) 384-4523
Carnesville, GA 30521
(706) 384-4523
Gr: PK-2
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 30521, GA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 30521, GA include Carnesville Elementary School and Franklin County Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 30521?
2 public elementary schools are located in 30521.
What is the racial composition of students in 30521?
30521 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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