For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 5,750 students in 30106, GA (there are 4 private schools, serving 916 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 30106, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 30106, GA are Clarkdale Elementary School, Austell Elementary School and Cooper Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30106 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30106, GA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30106, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clarkdale Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4725 Ewing Rd
Austell, GA 30106
(770) 819-2422
Austell, GA 30106
(770) 819-2422
Gr: PK-5 | 785 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Austell Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5600 Mulberry St
Austell, GA 30106
(770) 819-5804
Austell, GA 30106
(770) 819-5804
Gr: PK-5 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
Cooper Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4605 Ewing Rd
Austell, GA 30106
(770) 819-2438
Austell, GA 30106
(770) 819-2438
Gr: 6-8 | 1,000 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
South Cobb High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1920 Clay Rd
Austell, GA 30106
(770) 819-2611
Austell, GA 30106
(770) 819-2611
Gr: 9-12 | 2,081 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Sanders Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1550 Anderson Mill Rd
Austell, GA 30106
(770) 819-2568
Austell, GA 30106
(770) 819-2568
Gr: PK-5 | 626 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Garrett Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5235 Austell Powder Springs Rd
Austell, GA 30106
(770) 819-2466
Austell, GA 30106
(770) 819-2466
Gr: 6-8 | 891 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 30106, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 30106, GA include Clarkdale Elementary School, Austell Elementary School and Cooper Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 30106?
6 public schools are located in 30106.
What percentage of students in 30106 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 30106 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30106?
30106 public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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