For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,275 students in 30549, GA.
The top ranked public high school in 30549, GA is Jefferson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 30549 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Georgia public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 30549, GA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Georgia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 30549 have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the Georgia average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Jefferson High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Georgia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public high school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30549, GA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson High School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
575 Washington St
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2881
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2881
Gr: 9-12 | 1,275 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 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 high schools in 30549, GA?
The top ranked public high schools in 30549, GA include Jefferson High School.
How many public high schools are located in 30549?
1 public high schools are located in 30549.
What is the racial composition of students in 30549?
30549 public high schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public high schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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