For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 9,070 students in 30252, GA (there are 2 private schools, serving 197 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 30252, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 30252, GA are Union Grove High School, East Lake Elementary School and Timber Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30252 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30252, GA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30252, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Union Grove High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
120 E Lake Rd
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(678) 583-8502
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(678) 583-8502
Gr: 9-12 | 1,622 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
East Lake Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
199 E Lake Rd
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(678) 583-8947
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(678) 583-8947
Gr: PK-5 | 671 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #33.
Timber Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2825 Highway 20 E
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(770) 288-3237
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(770) 288-3237
Gr: PK-5 | 713 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #44.
Union Grove Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
210 E Lake Rd
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(678) 583-8978
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(678) 583-8978
Gr: 6-8 | 1,033 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #55.
Ola High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
357 N Ola Rd
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(770) 288-3222
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(770) 288-3222
Gr: 9-12 | 1,586 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Ola Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
278 N Ola Rd
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(770) 957-5777
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(770) 957-5777
Gr: PK-5 | 866 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Ola Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
353 N Ola Rd
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(770) 288-2108
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(770) 288-2108
Gr: 6-8 | 1,039 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #88.
Rock Spring Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1550 Stroud Rd
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(770) 957-6851
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(770) 957-6851
Gr: PK-5 | 654 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #99.
Tussahaw Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
225 Coan Dr
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(770) 957-0164
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(770) 957-0164
Gr: PK-5 | 886 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 30252, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 30252, GA include Union Grove High School, East Lake Elementary School and Timber Ridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30252?
9 public schools are located in 30252.
What percentage of students in 30252 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 30252 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30252?
30252 public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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