For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 6,967 students in 30501, GA (there are 3 private schools, serving 543 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 30501, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 30501, GA are Enota Multiple Intelligences Academy, New Holland Leadership Academy and Gainesville Middle School East. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30501 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30501, GA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30501, GA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Enota Multiple Intelligences Academy
(Math: 41% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1340 Enota Ave Ne
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 532-7711
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 532-7711
Gr: PK-5 | 767 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
New Holland Leadership Academy
(Math: 36% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
170 Barn St
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 287-1095
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 287-1095
Gr: PK-5 | 573 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
Gainesville Middle School East
(Math: 24% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1581 Community Way
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 534-4237
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 534-4237
Gr: 6-8 | 896 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #44.
Fair Street International Academy
(Math: 22% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
695 Fair St
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 536-5295
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 536-5295
Gr: PK-5 | 651 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Centennial Arts Academy
(Math: 20% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
852 Century Pl
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 287-2044
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 287-2044
Gr: PK-5 | 760 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #66.
Gainesville High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
830 Century Pl
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 536-4441
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 536-4441
Gr: 9-12 | 2,077 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: n/an/a
Gainesville Regional Youth Detention Center
Alternative School
450 Crescent Dr
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 535-5457
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 535-5457
Gr: 5-12 | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: n/an/a
332 Washington Street
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 536-5276
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 536-5276
Gr: 9-12 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
2850 Ramsey Road
Gainesville, GA 30501
(470) 892-3250
Gainesville, GA 30501
(470) 892-3250
Gr: PK-5 | 762 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
30501, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1040 Elephant Trl
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 287-2021
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 287-2021
Gr: 9-12 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
852 Century Place
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 287-2044
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 287-2044
Gr: PK-5 | 713 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
1340 East Enota Avenue
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 532-7711
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 532-7711
Gr: PK-5 | 575 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
695 Fair Street
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 536-5295
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 536-5295
Gr: PK-5 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
1145 Mcever Road
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 287-1223
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 287-1223
Gr: PK-5 | 690 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
170 Barn Street
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 287-1095
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 287-1095
Gr: PK-5 | 565 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
1742 Cleveland Hwy
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 534-4141
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 534-4141
Gr: PK-5 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 30501, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 30501, GA include Enota Multiple Intelligences Academy, New Holland Leadership Academy and Gainesville Middle School East.
How many public schools are located in 30501?
9 public schools are located in 30501.
What percentage of students in 30501 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 30501 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30501?
30501 public schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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