For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 6,042 students in 30034, GA (there are 9 private schools, serving 702 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 30034, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 30034, GA are Narvie Harris Elementary School, Southwest Dekalb High School and Chapel Hill Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30034 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30034, GA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30034, GA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Narvie Harris Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3981 Mcgill Dr
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 676-9202
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 676-9202
Gr: PK-5 | 565 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #22.
Southwest Dekalb High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2863 Kelley Chapel Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-1902
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-1902
Gr: 9-12 | 1,207 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #33.
Chapel Hill Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3535 Dogwood Farm Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 676-8502
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 676-8502
Gr: 6-8 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Rainbow Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2801 Kelley Chapel Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-1702
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-1702
Gr: PK-5 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #55.
Bob Mathis Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3505 Boring Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-5802
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-5802
Gr: PK-5 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Cedar Grove Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2300 Wildcat Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-4202
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-4202
Gr: 6-8 | 712 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #77.
Chapel Hill Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3536 Radcliffe Blvd
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 676-8402
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 676-8402
Gr: PK-5 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Columbia Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3001 Columbia Dr
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 875-0502
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 875-0502
Gr: 6-8 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Oak View Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3574 Oakvale Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 875-1302
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 875-1302
Gr: PK-5 | 701 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Flat Shoals Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3226 Flat Shoals Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-4602
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-4602
Gr: PK-5 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: n/an/a
Dekalb Regional Youth Detention Center
Alternative School
2946 Clifton Springs Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(404) 244-2183
Decatur, GA 30034
(404) 244-2183
Gr: 5-12 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
30034, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Dekalb Transition School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
2670 Old Wesley Chapel Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-1002
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-1002
Gr: 6-9 | 33 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 30034, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 30034, GA include Narvie Harris Elementary School, Southwest Dekalb High School and Chapel Hill Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 30034?
11 public schools are located in 30034.
What percentage of students in 30034 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 30034 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30034?
30034 public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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