For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,182 students in 30601, GA (there are 3 private schools, serving 795 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 30601, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 30601, GA are Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary School, Judia Jackson Harris Elementary School and Fowler Drive Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30601 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30601, GA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30601, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
757 N Chase St
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 543-1081
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 543-1081
Gr: PK-5 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Judia Jackson Harris Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2300 Danielsville Rd
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 357-5203
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 357-5203
Gr: PK-5 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Fowler Drive Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 Fowler Dr
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 357-5330
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 357-5330
Gr: PK-5 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
Howard B. Stroud Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
715 Fourth St
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 369-1893
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 369-1893
Gr: PK-5 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Coile Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
110 Old Elberton Rd
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 357-5318
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 357-5318
Gr: 6-8 | 582 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 30601, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 30601, GA include Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary School, Judia Jackson Harris Elementary School and Fowler Drive Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30601?
5 public schools are located in 30601.
What percentage of students in 30601 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 30601 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30601?
30601 public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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