For the 2025 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 13,033 students in 30127, GA (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,065 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 30127, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 30127, GA are Kemp Elementary School, Vaughan Elementary School and Hillgrove High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30127 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30127, GA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30127, GA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kemp Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
865 Corner Rd
Powder Springs, GA 30127
(678) 594-8158
Powder Springs, GA 30127
(678) 594-8158
Gr: PK-5 | 918 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Vaughan Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5950 Nichols Rd
Powder Springs, GA 30127
(678) 594-8298
Powder Springs, GA 30127
(678) 594-8298
Gr: PK-5 | 632 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Hillgrove High School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4165 Luther Ward Rd
Powder Springs, GA 30127
(678) 331-3961
Powder Springs, GA 30127
(678) 331-3961
Gr: 9-12 | 2,290 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #44.
Still Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
870 Casteel Rd
Powder Springs, GA 30127
(678) 594-8287
Powder Springs, GA 30127
(678) 594-8287
Gr: PK-5 | 757 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #55.
Lovinggood Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3825 Luther Ward Rd
Powder Springs, GA 30127
(678) 331-3015
Powder Springs, GA 30127
(678) 331-3015
Gr: 6-8 | 1,215 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #66.
Varner Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4761 Gaydon Rd
Powder Springs, GA 30127
(770) 222-3775
Powder Springs, GA 30127
(770) 222-3775
Gr: PK-5 | 761 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #77.
Tapp Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3900 Macedonia Rd
Powder Springs, GA 30127
(770) 222-3758
Powder Springs, GA 30127
(770) 222-3758
Gr: 6-8 | 885 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #88.
Hendricks Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5243 Meadows Rd
Powder Springs, GA 30127
(770) 819-2387
Powder Springs, GA 30127
(770) 819-2387
Gr: PK-5 | 501 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #99.
Bessie L. Baggett Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
948 Williams Lake Rd
Powder Springs, GA 30127
(678) 460-1570
Powder Springs, GA 30127
(678) 460-1570
Gr: PK-5 | 576 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #1010.
J. A. Dobbins Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
637 Williams Lake Rd
Powder Springs, GA 30127
(770) 443-4835
Powder Springs, GA 30127
(770) 443-4835
Gr: 6-8 | 556 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #11 - 1211. - 12.
Mceachern High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2400 New Macland Rd
Powder Springs, GA 30127
(770) 222-3710
Powder Springs, GA 30127
(770) 222-3710
Gr: 9-12 | 2,300 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #11 - 1211. - 12.
Powder Springs Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4570 Grady Grier Dr
Powder Springs, GA 30127
(770) 222-3746
Powder Springs, GA 30127
(770) 222-3746
Gr: PK-5 | 817 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #1313.
Compton Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3450 New Macland Rd
Powder Springs, GA 30127
(770) 222-3700
Powder Springs, GA 30127
(770) 222-3700
Gr: PK-5 | 631 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
Miles Ahead Charter School
Charter School
4665 Macland Road
Powder Springs, GA 30127
(770) 313-4841
Powder Springs, GA 30127
(770) 313-4841
Gr: K-5 | 194 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 30127, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 30127, GA include Kemp Elementary School, Vaughan Elementary School and Hillgrove High School.
How many public schools are located in 30127?
14 public schools are located in 30127.
What percentage of students in 30127 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 30127 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30127?
30127 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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