For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 6,655 students in 30161, GA (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,612 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 30161, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 30161, GA are Johnson Elementary School, Model High School and Model Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30161 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30161, GA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 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 30161, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Johnson Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1839 Morrison Camp Ground Rd
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 236-1830
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 236-1830
Gr: PK-4 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Model High School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3252 Calhoun Rd Ne
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 236-1895
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 236-1895
Gr: 8-12 | 915 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Model Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3200 Calhoun Hwy.
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 236-1827
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 236-1827
Gr: PK-4 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #44.
Model Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
164 Barron Rd Ne
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 290-8150
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 290-8150
Gr: 5-7 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #55.
East Central Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1502 Dean Ave Se
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 232-8310
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 232-8310
Gr: PK-6 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #66.
Rome High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Veterans Memorial Hwy Ne
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 235-9653
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 235-9653
Gr: 9-12 | 1,986 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #77.
Rome Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1020 Veterans Memorial Hwy Ne
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 235-4695
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 235-4695
Gr: 7-8 | 937 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Anna K. Davie Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
24 E Main St Sw
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 232-4913
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 232-4913
Gr: PK-6 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Main Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3 Watters St Se
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 295-7180
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 295-7180
Gr: PK-6 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 30161, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 30161, GA include Johnson Elementary School, Model High School and Model Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30161?
9 public schools are located in 30161.
What percentage of students in 30161 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 30161 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30161?
30161 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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