For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,831 students in 30549, GA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 30549, GA are Jefferson Middle School and West Jackson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 30549 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Georgia public middle school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 30549, GA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Georgia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public middle school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30549, GA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 973 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
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 | 858 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
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 middle schools in 30549, GA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 30549, GA include Jefferson Middle School and West Jackson Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 30549?
2 public middle schools are located in 30549.
What is the racial composition of students in 30549?
30549 public middle schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public middle schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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