For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 2,972 students in 30316, GA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 30316, GA are Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls, Genesis Innovation Academy For Boys and Maynard Jackson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 30316 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Georgia public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 43% statewide average). High schools in 30316, GA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 30316 have a Graduation Rate of 79%, which is less than the Georgia average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Maynard Jackson High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Georgia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public high school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30316, GA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1049 Custer Avenue Se
Atlanta, GA 30316
(404) 944-8560
Atlanta, GA 30316
(404) 944-8560
Gr: K-11 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Genesis Innovation Academy For Boys
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1049 Custer Avenue Se
Atlanta, GA 30316
(404) 944-8560
Atlanta, GA 30316
(404) 944-8560
Gr: K-11 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Maynard Jackson High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
801 Glenwood Ave Se
Atlanta, GA 30316
(404) 802-5200
Atlanta, GA 30316
(404) 802-5200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,549 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #44.
Mcnair High School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1804 Bouldercrest Rd Se
Atlanta, GA 30316
(678) 874-4902
Atlanta, GA 30316
(678) 874-4902
Gr: 9-12 | 779 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Metro Regional Youth Detention Center
Alternative School
1300 Constitution Rd Se
Atlanta, GA 30316
(404) 635-4415
Atlanta, GA 30316
(404) 635-4415
Gr: 5-12 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 30316, GA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 30316, GA include Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls, Genesis Innovation Academy For Boys and Maynard Jackson High School.
How many public high schools are located in 30316?
5 public high schools are located in 30316.
What is the racial composition of students in 30316?
30316 public high schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public high schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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