For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,389 students in 30904, GA (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,028 private students). 70% of all K-12 students in 30904, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 30904, GA are Garrett Elementary School, Lamar - Milledge Elementary School and Monte Sano Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30904 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30904, GA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30904, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Garrett Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Eisenhower Dr
Augusta, GA 30904
(706) 737-7222
Augusta, GA 30904
(706) 737-7222
Gr: PK-5 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Lamar - Milledge Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
510 Eve St
Augusta, GA 30904
(706) 737-7262
Augusta, GA 30904
(706) 737-7262
Gr: PK-5 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Monte Sano Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2164 Richmond Ave
Augusta, GA 30904
(706) 481-1813
Augusta, GA 30904
(706) 481-1813
Gr: PK-5 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Academy Of Richmond County High School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
910 Russell St
Augusta, GA 30904
(706) 737-7152
Augusta, GA 30904
(706) 737-7152
Gr: 9-12 | 1,178 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
30904, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
970 Baker Ave
Augusta, GA 30904
(709) 796-4965
Augusta, GA 30904
(709) 796-4965
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 30904, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 30904, GA include Garrett Elementary School, Lamar - Milledge Elementary School and Monte Sano Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30904?
4 public schools are located in 30904.
What percentage of students in 30904 go to public school?
70% of all K-12 students in 30904 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30904?
30904 public schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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