For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,488 students in 30035, GA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 30035, GA are Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle School and Miller Grove Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 30035 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Georgia public middle school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 30035, GA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public middle school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30035, GA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5200 Covington Hwy
Decatur, GA 30035
(678) 875-0302
Decatur, GA 30035
(678) 875-0302
Gr: 6-8 | 655 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Miller Grove Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2215 Miller Rd
Decatur, GA 30035
(678) 676-8902
Decatur, GA 30035
(678) 676-8902
Gr: 6-8 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
The Anchor School
Charter School
2460 Wesley Chapel Road
Decatur, GA 30035
(678) 503-4880
Decatur, GA 30035
(678) 503-4880
Gr: 6-12 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 30035, GA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 30035, GA include Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle School and Miller Grove Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 30035?
3 public middle schools are located in 30035.
What is the racial composition of students in 30035?
30035 public middle schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public middle schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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