For the 2024 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 6,122 students in 30032, GA (there are 3 private schools, serving 196 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 30032, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 30032, GA are Wadsworth Magnet School For High Achievers, Kelley Lake Elementary School and Dekalb Preparatory Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30032 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Georgia public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30032, GA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 63% (majority Black).
Best 30032, GA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wadsworth Magnet School For High Achievers
Magnet School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
3039 Santa Monica Dr
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-2402
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-2402
Grades: 4-6
| 129 students
Rank: #22.
Kelley Lake Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2590 Kelly Lake Rd
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-4802
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-4802
Grades: PK-5
| 303 students
Rank: #33.
Dekalb Preparatory Charter
Charter School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1402 Austin Dr
Decatur, GA 30032
(404) 492-5061
Decatur, GA 30032
(404) 492-5061
Grades: K-8
| 558 students
Rank: #44.
Columbia Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3230 Columbia Woods Dr
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-0702
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-0702
Grades: PK-5
| 418 students
Rank: #55.
Columbia High School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2106 Columbia Dr
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-0802
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-0802
Grades: 9-12
| 985 students
Rank: #66.
Toney Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2701 Oakland Ter
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-2102
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-2102
Grades: PK-5
| 287 students
Rank: #77.
Towers High School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3919 Brookcrest Cir
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-2202
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-2202
Grades: 9-12
| 795 students
Rank: #88.
Mcnair Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2190 Wallingford Dr
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-5102
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-5102
Grades: 6-8
| 876 students
Rank: #99.
Ronald E Mcnair Discover Learning Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2162 Second Ave
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 875-3402
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 875-3402
Grades: PK-5
| 598 students
Rank: #1010.
Snapfinger Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1365 Snapfinger Rd
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-1802
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-1802
Grades: PK-5
| 515 students
Rank: #1111.
Peachcrest Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1530 Joy Ln
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-1402
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-1402
Grades: PK-5
| 658 students
30032, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2591 Candler Road
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 676-1200
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 676-1200
Grades: 7-12
| 12 students
3318 Midway Rd
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 676-6602
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 676-6602
Grades: 7-8
| 234 students
3039 Santa Monica Dr
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-1402
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-1402
Grades: PK-5
| 379 students
2162 Second Avenue
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-9102
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-9102
Grades: PK-5
| 262 students
3318 Midway Rd
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-1502
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-1502
Grades: PK-5
| 575 students
2100 Bixler Circle
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-5702
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-5702
Grades: PK-5
| 261 students
3039 Santa Monica Drive
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) -87-4-24
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) -87-4-24
Grades: 5
| 275 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 30032, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 30032, GA include Wadsworth Magnet School For High Achievers, Kelley Lake Elementary School and Dekalb Preparatory Charter.
How many public schools are located in 30032, GA?
11 public schools are located in 30032, GA.
What percentage of students in 30032, GA go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 30032, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30032, GA?
30032, GA public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 63% (majority Black).
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