For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,133 students in 30830, GA.
The top-ranked public high school in 30830, GA is Burke County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 30830 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Georgia public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 43% statewide average). High schools in 30830, GA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 30830 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is more than the Georgia average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Burke County High School, with 86% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Georgia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public high school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30830, GA Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Burke County High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1057 Burke Veterans Pkwy
Waynesboro, GA 30830
(706) 554-6691
Waynesboro, GA 30830
(706) 554-6691
Gr: 9-12 | 1,133 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
30830, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Burke County Alternative School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
500 Park Dr
Waynesboro, GA 30830
(706) 554-8046
Waynesboro, GA 30830
(706) 554-8046
Burke County Life Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
305 Park Dr
Waynesboro, GA 30830
(706) 554-9199
Waynesboro, GA 30830
(706) 554-9199
356 Southside Drive
Waynesboro, GA 30830
(706) 554-3532
Waynesboro, GA 30830
(706) 554-3532
Gr: 6-8 | 1,176 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 30830, GA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 30830, GA include Burke County High School.
How many public high schools are located in 30830?
1 public high schools are located in 30830.
What is the racial composition of students in 30830?
30830 public high schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public high schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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