For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,645 students in 30540, GA (there are 3 private schools, serving 324 private students). 89% 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 Mountain View Elementary School, Ellijay 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 44% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30540, GA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30540, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mountain View Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
350 Calvin Jackson Dr
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5100
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5100
Gr: PK-5 | 668 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Ellijay Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
32 Mccutchen St
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5020
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5020
Gr: PK-5 | 761 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Gilmer High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
408 Bobcat Trl
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5080
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5080
Gr: 9-12 | 1,216 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 30540, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 30540, GA include Mountain View Elementary School, Ellijay Elementary School and Gilmer High School.
How many public schools are located in 30540?
3 public schools are located in 30540.
What percentage of students in 30540 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 30540 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30540?
30540 public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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