For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 8,310 students in 30120, GA (there are 3 private schools, serving 106 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 30120, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 30120, GA are Cartersville Middle School, Cartersville High School and Cartersville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30120 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30120, GA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30120, GA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cartersville Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
825 Douthit Ferry Rd
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 382-3666
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 382-3666
Gr: 6-8 | 1,081 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Cartersville High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
320 E Church St
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 382-3200
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 382-3200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,469 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Cartersville Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
340 Old Mill Rd
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 382-0983
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 382-0983
Gr: 4-5 | 629 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Mission Road Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1100 Mission Rd Sw
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 606-5863
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 606-5863
Gr: PK-5 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #55.
Cass Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
195 Fire Tower Rd Nw
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 606-5846
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 606-5846
Gr: 6-8 | 917 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #66.
Woodland High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
800 Old Alabama Rd Se
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 606-5870
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 606-5870
Gr: 9-12 | 1,456 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #77.
Hamilton Crossing Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
116 Hamilton Crossing Rd Nw
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 606-5849
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 606-5849
Gr: PK-5 | 653 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: n/an/a
200 Carter Grove Blvd
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 382-1733
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 382-1733
Gr: PK-3 | 1,507 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
30120, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bartow Crossroads Academy (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
1675 Cassville Rd Nw
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 606-5800
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 606-5800
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 30120, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 30120, GA include Cartersville Middle School, Cartersville High School and Cartersville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30120?
8 public schools are located in 30120.
What percentage of students in 30120 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 30120 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30120?
30120 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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