For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,580 students in 30540, GA (there are 3 private schools, serving 240 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 30540, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 30540, GA are Ellijay Elementary School, Mountain View Elementary School and Gilmer High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30540 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Georgia public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in 30540, GA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 63% (majority Black).
Best 30540, GA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ellijay Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
32 Mccutchen St
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5020
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5020
Grades: PK-5
| 762 students
Rank: #22.
Mountain View Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
350 Calvin Jackson Dr
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5100
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5100
Grades: K-5
| 610 students
Rank: #33.
Gilmer High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
408 Bobcat Trl
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5080
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5080
Grades: 9-12
| 1,208 students
30540, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1860 S Main St
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5030
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5030
Grades: 5-6
| 675 students
Mountain Innovation Program (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
1860 S Main St
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5007
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5007
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 30540, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 30540, GA include Ellijay Elementary School, Mountain View Elementary School and Gilmer High School.
How many public schools are located in 30540, GA?
3 public schools are located in 30540, GA.
What percentage of students in 30540, GA go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 30540, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30540, GA?
30540, GA public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 63% (majority Black).
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