For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,336 students in 30461, GA (there are 2 private schools, serving 411 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 30461, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 30461, GA are Sallie Zetterower Elementary School and Mill Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30461 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30461, GA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% 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 30461, GA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sallie Zetterower Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Cawana Rd
Statesboro, GA 30461
(912) 212-8800
Statesboro, GA 30461
(912) 212-8800
Gr: PK-5 | 756 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Mill Creek Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
239 Beasley Rd
Statesboro, GA 30461
(912) 212-8780
Statesboro, GA 30461
(912) 212-8780
Gr: PK-5 | 580 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 30461, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 30461, GA include Sallie Zetterower Elementary School and Mill Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30461?
2 public schools are located in 30461.
What percentage of students in 30461 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 30461 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30461?
30461 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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