For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,207 students in 30021, GA (there are 2 private schools, serving 76 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 30021, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 30021, GA are Indian Creek Elementary School, Clarkston High School and Jolly Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30021 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30021, GA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30021, GA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Indian Creek Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
724 N Indian Creek Dr
Clarkston, GA 30021
(678) 676-5702
Clarkston, GA 30021
(678) 676-5702
Gr: PK-5 | 871 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Clarkston High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
618 N Indian Creek Dr
Clarkston, GA 30021
(678) 676-5302
Clarkston, GA 30021
(678) 676-5302
Gr: 9-12 | 1,402 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Jolly Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1070 Otello Ave
Clarkston, GA 30021
(678) 676-5802
Clarkston, GA 30021
(678) 676-5802
Gr: PK-5 | 808 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #44.
Atlanta Area School For The Deaf
Special Education School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
890 N Indian Creek Dr
Clarkston, GA 30021
(404) 298-4868
Clarkston, GA 30021
(404) 298-4868
Gr: PK-12 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
30021, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Atlanta Area School For The Deaf (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
890 N Indian Creek Dr
Clarkston, GA 30021
(404) 298-4868
Clarkston, GA 30021
(404) 298-4868
Gr: PK-12 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Dekalb Alternative Night School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
955 North Indian Creek Dr
Clarkston, GA 30021
(678) 676-2876
Clarkston, GA 30021
(678) 676-2876
Gr: 9-12 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Dekalb Truancy School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
955 North Indian Creek Dr
Clarkston, GA 30021
(678) 676-2872
Clarkston, GA 30021
(678) 676-2872
Gr: 8-9
555 N Indian Creek Dr
Clarkston, GA 30021
(678) 891-3220
Clarkston, GA 30021
(678) 891-3220
Gr: 10-12 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 30021, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 30021, GA include Indian Creek Elementary School, Clarkston High School and Jolly Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30021?
4 public schools are located in 30021.
What percentage of students in 30021 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 30021 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30021?
30021 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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