For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 9,074 students in 30215, GA (there are 3 private schools, serving 360 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 30215, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 30215, GA are Peeples Elementary School, Rising Starr Middle School and Starrs Mill High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30215 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30215, GA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30215, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Peeples Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
153 Panther Path
Fayetteville, GA 30215
(770) 486-2734
Fayetteville, GA 30215
(770) 486-2734
Gr: PK-5 | 658 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Rising Starr Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
183 Panther Path
Fayetteville, GA 30215
(770) 486-2721
Fayetteville, GA 30215
(770) 486-2721
Gr: 6-8 | 931 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Starrs Mill High School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
193 Panther Path
Fayetteville, GA 30215
(770) 486-2710
Fayetteville, GA 30215
(770) 486-2710
Gr: 9-12 | 1,357 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #44.
Whitewater High School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
100 Wildcat Way
Fayetteville, GA 30215
(770) 460-3935
Fayetteville, GA 30215
(770) 460-3935
Gr: 9-12 | 1,303 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #55.
Sara Harp Minter Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1650 Highway 85 S
Fayetteville, GA 30215
(770) 716-3910
Fayetteville, GA 30215
(770) 716-3910
Gr: PK-5 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #66.
Whitewater Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1533 Highway 85 S
Fayetteville, GA 30215
(770) 460-3450
Fayetteville, GA 30215
(770) 460-3450
Gr: 6-8 | 874 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #77.
Inman Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
677 Inman Rd
Fayetteville, GA 30215
(770) 460-3565
Fayetteville, GA 30215
(770) 460-3565
Gr: PK-5 | 659 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #88.
Cleveland Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
190 Lester Rd
Fayetteville, GA 30215
(770) 716-3905
Fayetteville, GA 30215
(770) 716-3905
Gr: PK-5 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #99.
Spring Hill Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 Bradford Sq
Fayetteville, GA 30215
(770) 460-3432
Fayetteville, GA 30215
(770) 460-3432
Gr: PK-5 | 661 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #1010.
Bennett's Mill Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
210 Lester Rd
Fayetteville, GA 30215
(770) 716-3982
Fayetteville, GA 30215
(770) 716-3982
Gr: 6-8 | 876 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #1111.
River's Edge Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
205 Northbridge Rd
Fayetteville, GA 30215
(770) 460-2340
Fayetteville, GA 30215
(770) 460-2340
Gr: PK-5 | 652 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 30215, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 30215, GA include Peeples Elementary School, Rising Starr Middle School and Starrs Mill High School.
How many public schools are located in 30215?
11 public schools are located in 30215.
What percentage of students in 30215 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 30215 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30215?
30215 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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