For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 6,986 students in 30117, GA (there are 2 private schools, serving 103 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 30117, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 30117, GA are Carrollton Elementary School, Mt. Zion High School and Carrollton Upper Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30117 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30117, GA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30117, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carrollton Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
401 Ben Scott Blvd
Carrollton, GA 30117
(770) 832-2120
Carrollton, GA 30117
(770) 832-2120
Gr: PK-3 | 1,894 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Mt. Zion High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
280 Eureka Church Rd
Carrollton, GA 30117
(770) 834-6654
Carrollton, GA 30117
(770) 834-6654
Gr: 9-12 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Carrollton Upper Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
510 Ben Scott Blvd
Carrollton, GA 30117
(770) 830-0997
Carrollton, GA 30117
(770) 830-0997
Gr: 4-5 | 817 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #44.
Carrollton High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
201 Trojan Dr
Carrollton, GA 30117
(770) 834-7726
Carrollton, GA 30117
(770) 834-7726
Gr: 9-12 | 1,859 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #55.
Mount Zion Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
260 Eureka Church Rd
Carrollton, GA 30117
(770) 832-8588
Carrollton, GA 30117
(770) 832-8588
Gr: PK-5 | 640 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #66.
Carrollton Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
151 Tom Reeve Drive
Carrollton, GA 30117
(770) 832-6535
Carrollton, GA 30117
(770) 832-6535
Gr: 6-8 | 1,280 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 30117, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 30117, GA include Carrollton Elementary School, Mt. Zion High School and Carrollton Upper Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30117?
6 public schools are located in 30117.
What percentage of students in 30117 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 30117 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30117?
30117 public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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