For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 4,845 students in 30549, GA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 30549, GA are Jefferson Academy, Jefferson Middle School and Gum Springs Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 30549 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 30549, GA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public elementary school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30549, GA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Academy
(Math: 79% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
99 Dragon Dr
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2300
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2300
Gr: 3-5 | 935 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Middle School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
100 Dragon Dr
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2882
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2882
Gr: 6-8 | 1,009 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #33.
Gum Springs Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 Gum Springs Church Rd
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 654-5580
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 654-5580
Gr: PK-5 | 939 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
West Jackson Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Gum Springs Church Rd
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 654-2775
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 654-2775
Gr: 6-8 | 951 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: n/an/a
415 Hoschton St
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-8242
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-8242
Gr: PK-2 | 1,011 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
30549, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Jackson County Crossroads (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
441 Gordon St
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2341
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2341
Regional Evening Alternative School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
441 Gordon St
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2341
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2341
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 30549, GA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 30549, GA include Jefferson Academy, Jefferson Middle School and Gum Springs Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 30549?
5 public elementary schools are located in 30549.
What is the racial composition of students in 30549?
30549 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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