For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,593 students in 30656, GA.
The top-ranked public schools in 30656, GA are Walker Park Elementary School, Monroe Area High School and Monroe Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30656 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30656, GA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30656, GA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walker Park Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
333 Carl Davis Rd Nw
Monroe, GA 30656
(770) 267-8311
Monroe, GA 30656
(770) 267-8311
Gr: PK-5 | 755 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Monroe Area High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 Double Springs Church Rd S
Monroe, GA 30656
(770) 266-4599
Monroe, GA 30656
(770) 266-4599
Gr: 9-12 | 1,233 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Monroe Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
140 Dillard Dr
Monroe, GA 30656
(770) 207-3205
Monroe, GA 30656
(770) 207-3205
Gr: PK-5 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
30656, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Walton Learning Center (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
300 Double Springs Church Rd
Monroe, GA 30656
(770) 266-4599
Monroe, GA 30656
(770) 266-4599
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 30656, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 30656, GA include Walker Park Elementary School, Monroe Area High School and Monroe Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30656?
3 public schools are located in 30656.
What is the racial composition of students in 30656?
30656 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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