For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,231 students in 30305, GA (there are 6 private schools, serving 2,255 private students). 61% of all K-12 students in 30305, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 30305, GA are Morningside Elementary School, Atlanta Classical Academy and E. Rivers Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30305 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30305, GA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30305, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Morningside Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1053 E Rock Springs Rd Ne
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 802-8950
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 802-8950
Gr: K-5 | 722 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Atlanta Classical Academy
Charter School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3260 Northside Dr Nw
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 369-3500
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 369-3500
Gr: K-12 | 697 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
E. Rivers Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8 Peachtree Battle Ave Nw
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 802-7050
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 802-7050
Gr: PK-5 | 699 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #44.
Willis A. Sutton Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2875 Northside Dr Nw
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 802-5600
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 802-5600
Gr: 6-8 | 1,619 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #55.
Garden Hills Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
285 Sheridan Dr Ne
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 802-7800
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 802-7800
Gr: PK-5 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 30305, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 30305, GA include Morningside Elementary School, Atlanta Classical Academy and E. Rivers Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30305?
5 public schools are located in 30305.
What percentage of students in 30305 go to public school?
61% of all K-12 students in 30305 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30305?
30305 public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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