For the 2025-26 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,509 students in 30030, GA (there are 11 private schools, serving 1,450 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 30030, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 30030, GA are Oakhurst Elementary School, Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School and Westchester Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30030 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30030, GA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30030, GA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oakhurst Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
175 Mead Rd
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4470
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4470
Gr: PK-2 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
101 5th Ave
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4460
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4460
Gr: 3-5 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Westchester Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
758 Scott Blvd
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4400
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4400
Gr: PK-2 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #44.
Talley Street Upper Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2617 Talley St
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 377-1446
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 377-1446
Gr: 3-5 | 638 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
Glennwood Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
440 E Ponce De Leon Ave
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4435
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4435
Gr: PK-2 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #66.
Beacon Hill Middle School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
220 W College Ave
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4440
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4440
Gr: 6-8 | 1,322 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #77.
Winnona Park Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
510 Avery St
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4490
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4490
Gr: PK-2 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #88.
Decatur High School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
310 N Mcdonough St
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4420
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4420
Gr: 9-12 | 1,834 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #99.
Clairemont Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
155 Erie Ave
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4450
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4450
Gr: PK-2 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: n/an/a
3303 Panthersville Road
Decatur, GA 30030
(678) 874-4502
Decatur, GA 30030
(678) 874-4502
30030, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
917 South Mcdonough St
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4480
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4480
Gr: PK
923 Forrest Boulevard
Decatur, GA 30030
(678) 874-1102
Decatur, GA 30030
(678) 874-1102
Gr: PK-5 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 30030, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 30030, GA include Oakhurst Elementary School, Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School and Westchester Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30030?
10 public schools are located in 30030.
What percentage of students in 30030 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 30030 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30030?
30030 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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