For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,367 students in 30030, GA (there are 11 private schools, serving 1,468 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 30030, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 30030, GA are Oakhurst Elementary School, Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School and Westchester Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30030 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30030, GA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30030, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oakhurst Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
175 Mead Rd
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4470
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4470
Gr: PK-2 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
101 5th Ave
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4460
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4460
Gr: 3-5 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Westchester Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
758 Scott Blvd
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4400
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4400
Gr: PK-2 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #44.
Talley Street Upper Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2617 Talley St
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 377-1446
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 377-1446
Gr: 3-5 | 623 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #55.
Glennwood Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
440 E Ponce De Leon Ave
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4435
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4435
Gr: PK-2 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #66.
Beacon Hill Middle School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
220 W College Ave
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4440
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4440
Gr: 6-8 | 1,285 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #77.
Winnona Park Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
510 Avery St
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4490
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4490
Gr: PK-2 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #88.
Decatur High School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
310 N Mcdonough St
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4420
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4420
Gr: 9-12 | 1,901 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #99.
Clairemont Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
155 Erie Ave
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4450
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4450
Gr: PK-2 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 30030, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 30030, GA include Oakhurst Elementary School, Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School and Westchester Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30030?
9 public schools are located in 30030.
What percentage of students in 30030 go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 30030 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30030?
30030 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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