For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 10,061 students in 30078, GA (there are 4 private schools, serving 340 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 30078, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 30078, GA are Brookwood Elementary School, Pharr Elementary School and Brookwood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30078 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30078, GA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30078, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brookwood Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1330 Holly Brook Rd
Snellville, GA 30078
(770) 736-4360
Snellville, GA 30078
(770) 736-4360
Gr: PK-5 | 1,422 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Pharr Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1500 North Rd
Snellville, GA 30078
(770) 985-0244
Snellville, GA 30078
(770) 985-0244
Gr: PK-5 | 816 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Brookwood High School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1255 Dogwood Rd
Snellville, GA 30078
(770) 972-7642
Snellville, GA 30078
(770) 972-7642
Gr: 9-12 | 3,803 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #44.
South Gwinnett High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2288 Main St E
Snellville, GA 30078
(770) 972-4840
Snellville, GA 30078
(770) 972-4840
Gr: 9-12 | 2,639 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Snellville Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3155 Pate Rd
Snellville, GA 30078
(770) 972-1530
Snellville, GA 30078
(770) 972-1530
Gr: 6-8 | 820 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Britt Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2503 Skyland Dr
Snellville, GA 30078
(770) 972-4500
Snellville, GA 30078
(770) 972-4500
Gr: PK-5 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 30078, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 30078, GA include Brookwood Elementary School, Pharr Elementary School and Brookwood High School.
How many public schools are located in 30078?
6 public schools are located in 30078.
What percentage of students in 30078 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 30078 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30078?
30078 public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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