For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,157 students in 30439, GA.
The top-ranked public schools in 30439, GA are Metter High School, Metter Middle School and Metter Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30439 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30439, GA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30439, GA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Metter High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
34905 Ga Highway 129 S
Metter, GA 30439
(912) 685-2134
Metter, GA 30439
(912) 685-2134
Gr: 9-12 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Metter Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
33661 Ga Highway 129 S
Metter, GA 30439
(912) 685-5580
Metter, GA 30439
(912) 685-5580
Gr: 6-8 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Metter Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
33661 Ga Highway 129 S
Metter, GA 30439
(912) 685-5050
Metter, GA 30439
(912) 685-5050
Gr: PK-5 | 994 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Metter College And Career Academy
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
34905 Ga Highway 129 S
Metter, GA 30439
(912) 685-5713
Metter, GA 30439
(912) 685-5713
Gr: 6-12 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
30439, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Candler County Board Of Education (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
210 South College St
Metter, GA 30439
(912) 685-5713
Metter, GA 30439
(912) 685-5713
33661 Ga Highway 129 S
Metter, GA 30439
(912) 685-7400
Metter, GA 30439
(912) 685-7400
Gr: 3-5 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 30439, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 30439, GA include Metter High School, Metter Middle School and Metter Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30439?
4 public schools are located in 30439.
What is the racial composition of students in 30439?
30439 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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