For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,682 students in 30101, GA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 30101, GA are Durham Middle School and Barber Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 30101 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Georgia public middle school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 30101, GA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Georgia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public middle school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30101, GA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Durham Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2891 Mars Hill Rd Nw
Acworth, GA 30101
(770) 975-6641
Acworth, GA 30101
(770) 975-6641
Gr: 6-8 | 984 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Barber Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4222 Cantrell Rd Nw
Acworth, GA 30101
(770) 975-6764
Acworth, GA 30101
(770) 975-6764
Gr: 6-8 | 790 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: n/an/a
200 Timberwolf Drive
Acworth, GA 30101
(678) 460-1580
Acworth, GA 30101
(678) 460-1580
Gr: 6-8 | 908 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 30101, GA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 30101, GA include Durham Middle School and Barber Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 30101?
3 public middle schools are located in 30101.
What is the racial composition of students in 30101?
30101 public middle schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public middle schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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