For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 5,862 students in 30252, GA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 30252, GA are East Lake Elementary School, Timber Ridge Elementary School and Union Grove Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 30252 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 30252, GA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public elementary school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30252, GA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Lake Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
199 E Lake Rd
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(678) 583-8947
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(678) 583-8947
Gr: PK-5 | 671 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Timber Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2825 Highway 20 E
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(770) 288-3237
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(770) 288-3237
Gr: PK-5 | 713 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #33.
Union Grove Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
210 E Lake Rd
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(678) 583-8978
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(678) 583-8978
Gr: 6-8 | 1,033 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Ola Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
278 N Ola Rd
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(770) 957-5777
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(770) 957-5777
Gr: PK-5 | 866 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Ola Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
353 N Ola Rd
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(770) 288-2108
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(770) 288-2108
Gr: 6-8 | 1,039 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #66.
Rock Spring Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1550 Stroud Rd
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(770) 957-6851
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(770) 957-6851
Gr: PK-5 | 654 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #77.
Tussahaw Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
225 Coan Dr
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(770) 957-0164
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(770) 957-0164
Gr: PK-5 | 886 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 30252, GA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 30252, GA include East Lake Elementary School, Timber Ridge Elementary School and Union Grove Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 30252?
7 public elementary schools are located in 30252.
What is the racial composition of students in 30252?
30252 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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