For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,618 students in 30116, GA (there are 1 private school, serving 210 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 30116, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 30116, GA are Central Elementary School, Central Middle School and Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30116 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30116, GA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30116, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
175 Primary School Rd
Carrollton, GA 30116
(770) 832-6466
Carrollton, GA 30116
(770) 832-6466
Gr: PK-5 | 991 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Central Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
155 Whooping Creek Rd
Carrollton, GA 30116
(770) 832-8114
Carrollton, GA 30116
(770) 832-8114
Gr: 6-8 | 1,009 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Central High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
113 Central High Rd
Carrollton, GA 30116
(770) 834-3386
Carrollton, GA 30116
(770) 834-3386
Gr: 9-12 | 1,338 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #44.
Sand Hill Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
45 Sandhill School Rd
Carrollton, GA 30116
(770) 832-8541
Carrollton, GA 30116
(770) 832-8541
Gr: PK-5 | 733 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #55.
Sharp Creek Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
115 Old Muse Rd
Carrollton, GA 30116
(770) 214-8848
Carrollton, GA 30116
(770) 214-8848
Gr: PK-5 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 30116, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 30116, GA include Central Elementary School, Central Middle School and Central High School.
How many public schools are located in 30116?
5 public schools are located in 30116.
What percentage of students in 30116 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 30116 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30116?
30116 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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