For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,095 students in 30038, GA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 30038, GA are Leadership Preparatory Academy and Salem Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 30038 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Georgia public middle school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 30038, GA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public middle school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30038, GA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Leadership Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6400 Woodrow Rd
Lithonia, GA 30038
(404) 656-3103
Lithonia, GA 30038
(404) 656-3103
Gr: K-8 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #22.
Salem Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5333 Salem Rd
Lithonia, GA 30038
(678) 676-9402
Lithonia, GA 30038
(678) 676-9402
Gr: 6-8 | 827 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 30038, GA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 30038, GA include Leadership Preparatory Academy and Salem Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 30038?
2 public middle schools are located in 30038.
What is the racial composition of students in 30038?
30038 public middle schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public middle schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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