For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,214 students in 30034, GA.
The top ranked public high school in 30034, GA is Southwest Dekalb High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 30034 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Georgia public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 30034, GA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 30034 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is more than the Georgia average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Southwest Dekalb High School, with 86% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Georgia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public high school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30034, GA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Southwest Dekalb High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2863 Kelley Chapel Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-1902
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-1902
Grades: 9-12
| 1,207 students
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
Grades: 5-12
| 7 students
30034, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Dekalb Transition School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
2670 Old Wesley Chapel Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-1002
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-1002
Grades: 6-9
| 33 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 30034, GA?
The top ranked public high schools in 30034, GA include Southwest Dekalb High School.
How many public high schools are located in 30034?
2 public high schools are located in 30034.
What is the racial composition of students in 30034?
30034 public high schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public high schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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