For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,827 students in 30742, GA (there are 1 private school, serving 31 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 30742, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 30742, GA are Battlefield Elementary School and Lakeview-fort Oglethorpe High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30742 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30742, GA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30742, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Battlefield Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2206 Battlefield Pkwy
Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742
(706) 866-9183
Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742
(706) 866-9183
Gr: 3-5 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Lakeview-fort Oglethorpe High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1850 Battlefield Pkwy
Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742
(706) 866-0342
Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742
(706) 866-0342
Gr: 9-12 | 963 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: n/an/a
2204 Battlefield Pkwy
Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742
(706) 861-5778
Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742
(706) 861-5778
Gr: PK-2 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
30742, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Catoosa Crossroads Academy (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
2 Barnhardt Circle
Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742
(706) 861-2772
Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742
(706) 861-2772
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 30742, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 30742, GA include Battlefield Elementary School and Lakeview-fort Oglethorpe High School.
How many public schools are located in 30742?
3 public schools are located in 30742.
What percentage of students in 30742 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 30742 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30742?
30742 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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