For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,075 students in 30534, GA (there are 2 private schools, serving 125 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 30534, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 30534, GA are Riverview Elementary School, Kilough Elementary School and Dawson County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30534 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30534, GA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30534, GA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverview Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
370 Dawson Forest Rd E
Dawsonville, GA 30534
(706) 265-3246
Dawsonville, GA 30534
(706) 265-3246
Gr: PK-5 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Kilough Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1063 Kilough Church Rd
Dawsonville, GA 30534
(706) 216-8595
Dawsonville, GA 30534
(706) 216-8595
Gr: PK-5 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Dawson County Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5126 Highway 9 S
Dawsonville, GA 30534
(706) 216-4849
Dawsonville, GA 30534
(706) 216-4849
Gr: 6-7 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #44.
Robinson Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1150 Perimeter Rd
Dawsonville, GA 30534
(706) 265-6544
Dawsonville, GA 30534
(706) 265-6544
Gr: PK-5 | 648 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #55.
Blackburn Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
45 Blackburn Rd
Dawsonville, GA 30534
(706) 864-8180
Dawsonville, GA 30534
(706) 864-8180
Gr: PK-5 | 779 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #66.
Black's Mill Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1860 Dawson Forest Rd E
Dawsonville, GA 30534
(706) 216-3300
Dawsonville, GA 30534
(706) 216-3300
Gr: PK-5 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #77.
Dawson County Junior High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
109 Allen Street
Dawsonville, GA 30534
(706) 265-3246
Dawsonville, GA 30534
(706) 265-3246
Gr: 8-9 | 603 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #88.
Dawson County High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1665 Perimeter Rd
Dawsonville, GA 30534
(706) 265-6555
Dawsonville, GA 30534
(706) 265-6555
Gr: 10-12 | 880 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
30534, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 30534, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 30534, GA include Riverview Elementary School, Kilough Elementary School and Dawson County Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 30534?
8 public schools are located in 30534.
What percentage of students in 30534 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 30534 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30534?
30534 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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