Best 30501 Georgia Public High Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,558 students in 30501, GA.
The top-ranked public high school in 30501, GA is Gainesville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 30501 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Georgia public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 43% statewide average). High schools in 30501, GA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 30501 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the Georgia average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Gainesville High School, with 87% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Georgia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Georgia public high school average of 65% (majority Black).

Best 30501, GA Public High Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gainesville High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
830 Century Pl
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
Gr: 5-12 | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: n/an/a
Horizon Academy School
332 Washington Street
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 536-5276
Gr: 9-12 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 30501 Georgia

30501, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
1040 Elephant Trl
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
Gr: PK-5 | 713 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
1340 East Enota Avenue
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
Gr: PK-5 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
1145 Mcever Road
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
Gr: PK-5 | 565 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
1742 Cleveland Hwy
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 high schools in 30501, GA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 30501, GA include Gainesville High School.
How many public high schools are located in 30501?
3 public high schools are located in 30501.
What is the racial composition of students in 30501?
30501 public high schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Georgia public high schools average of 65% (majority Black).

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