For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,536 students in 30297, GA (there are 1 private school, serving 77 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 30297, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 30297, GA are Babb Middle School, Unidos Dual Language School and Forest Park Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30297 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Georgia public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in 30297, GA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 63% (majority Black).
Best 30297, GA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Babb Middle School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5500 Reynolds Rd
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3880
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3880
Grades: 6-8
| 904 students
Rank: #22.
Unidos Dual Language School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4475 Hendrix Dr
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 361-3494
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 361-3494
Grades: PK-5
| 418 students
Rank: #33.
Forest Park Middle School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
930 Finley Dr
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3840
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3840
Grades: 6-8
| 680 students
Rank: #44.
Forest Park High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5452 Phillips Dr
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3890
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3890
Grades: 9-12
| 1,784 students
Rank: #55.
Edmonds Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4495 Simpson Rd
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3830
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3830
Grades: PK-5
| 423 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Fountain Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5215 West St
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3875
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3875
Grades: PK-5
| 517 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Huie Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1260 Rockcut Rd
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3825
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3825
Grades: PK-5
| 683 students
Rank: n/an/a
7 Pillars Career Academy
Charter School
4234 Hendrix Dr
Forest Park, GA 30297
(770) 954-5306
Forest Park, GA 30297
(770) 954-5306
Grades: 6-8
| 127 students
30297, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4475 Hendrix Dr
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3835
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3835
Grades: 5
| 27 students
South Metro Psychoeducational Program (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
5277 Ash St
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-2000
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-2000
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 30297, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 30297, GA include Babb Middle School, Unidos Dual Language School and Forest Park Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 30297, GA?
8 public schools are located in 30297, GA.
What percentage of students in 30297, GA go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 30297, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30297, GA?
30297, GA public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 63% (majority Black).
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