Best 30034 Georgia Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 4,674 students in 30034, GA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 30034, GA are Narvie Harris Elementary School, Chapel Hill Middle School and Rainbow Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 30034 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 30034, GA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public elementary school average of 66% (majority Black).

Best 30034, GA Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Narvie Harris Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3981 Mcgill Dr
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 676-9202
Gr: PK-5 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #22.
Chapel Hill Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3535 Dogwood Farm Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 676-8502
Gr: 6-8 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Rainbow Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2801 Kelley Chapel Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-1702
Gr: PK-5 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #44.
Bob Mathis Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3505 Boring Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-5802
Gr: PK-5 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Cedar Grove Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2300 Wildcat Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-4202
Gr: 6-8 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #66.
Chapel Hill Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3536 Radcliffe Blvd
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 676-8402
Gr: PK-5 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Columbia Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3001 Columbia Dr
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 875-0502
Gr: 6-8 | 571 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Oak View Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3574 Oakvale Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 875-1302
Gr: PK-5 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Flat Shoals Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3226 Flat Shoals Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-4602
Gr: PK-5 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: n/an/a
Dekalb Regional Youth Detention Center
Alternative School
2946 Clifton Springs Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(404) 244-2183
Gr: 5-12 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 30034, GA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 30034, GA include Narvie Harris Elementary School, Chapel Hill Middle School and Rainbow Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 30034?
10 public elementary schools are located in 30034.
What is the racial composition of students in 30034?
30034 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Black).

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