For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,899 students in Forest Park, GA (there are 1 private school, serving 77 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Forest Park, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in Forest Park, GA are Babb Middle School, Unidos Dual Language School and Forest Park High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Forest Park, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Georgia public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Forest Park have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Forest Park, GA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Babb Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5500 Reynolds Rd
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3880
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3880
Grades: 6-8
| 878 students
Rank: #22.
Unidos Dual Language School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4475 Hendrix Dr
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 361-3494
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 361-3494
Grades: PK-5
| 434 students
Rank: #33.
Forest Park High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5452 Phillips Dr
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3890
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3890
Grades: 9-12
| 1,684 students
Rank: #44.
7 Pillars Career Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4234 Hendrix Dr
Forest Park, GA 30297
(770) 954-5306
Forest Park, GA 30297
(770) 954-5306
Grades: 6-10
| 271 students
Rank: #55.
Edmonds Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4495 Simpson Rd
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3830
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3830
Grades: PK-5
| 445 students
Rank: #66.
Fountain Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5215 West St
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3875
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3875
Grades: PK-5
| 496 students
Rank: #77.
Huie Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1260 Rockcut Rd
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3825
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3825
Grades: PK-5
| 603 students
Rank: n/an/a
Sankofa Montessori
Charter School
5881 Phillips Drive
Forest Park, GA 30297
(470) 502-4921
Forest Park, GA 30297
(470) 502-4921
Grades: K-6
| 88 students
Forest Park, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4475 Hendrix Dr
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3835
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3835
Grades: 5
| 27 students
South Metro Psychoeducational Program (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
5277 Ash Street
Forest Park, GA 30050
(404) 362-2000
Forest Park, GA 30050
(404) 362-2000
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
South Metro Psychoeducational Program (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
5277 Ash St
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-2000
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-2000
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Forest Park, GA?
The top ranked public schools in Forest Park, GA include Babb Middle School, Unidos Dual Language School and Forest Park High School.
How many public schools are located in Forest Park?
8 public schools are located in Forest Park.
What percentage of students in Forest Park go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Forest Park are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Forest Park?
Forest Park public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Forest Park are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Forest Park include: Fountain Elementary School vs. Huie Elementary School, Huie Elementary School vs. Fountain Elementary School, Edmonds Elementary School vs. Huie Elementary School
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