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Best 30253 Georgia Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 3,599 students in 30253, GA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 30253, GA are Eagle's Landing High School, Mcdonough High School and Excel Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 30253 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Georgia public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 43% statewide average). High schools in 30253, GA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 30253 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is more than the Georgia average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Eagle's Landing High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Georgia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public high school average of 65% (majority Black).

Best 30253, GA Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eagle's Landing High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
301 Tunis Rd
Mcdonough, GA 30253
(770) 954-9515
Gr: 9-12 | 1,578 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Mcdonough High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
155 Postmaster Dr
Mcdonough, GA 30253
(470) 615-3450
Gr: 9-12 | 1,359 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Excel Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
330 Tomlinson St
Mcdonough, GA 30253
(770) 957-4101
Gr: 6-12 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: n/an/a
Impact Academy High School
45 Lemon Street
Mcdonough, GA 30253
(770) 954-3744
Gr: 9-12 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 78%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 30253, GA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 30253, GA include Eagle's Landing High School, Mcdonough High School and Excel Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 30253?
4 public high schools are located in 30253.
What is the racial composition of students in 30253?
30253 public high schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public high schools average of 65% (majority Black).

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