For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,541 students in 30143, GA (there are 1 private school, serving 5 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 30143, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 30143, GA are Hill City Elementary School, Pickens County High School and Harmony Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30143 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30143, GA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30143, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hill City Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 Hill Cir
Jasper, GA 30143
(706) 253-1880
Jasper, GA 30143
(706) 253-1880
Gr: PK-4 | 602 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Pickens County High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
500 Dragon Dr
Jasper, GA 30143
(706) 253-1800
Jasper, GA 30143
(706) 253-1800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,219 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Harmony Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
550 Harmony School Rd
Jasper, GA 30143
(706) 253-1840
Jasper, GA 30143
(706) 253-1840
Gr: PK-4 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #44.
Pickens County Junior High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1802 Refuge Rd
Jasper, GA 30143
(706) 253-1830
Jasper, GA 30143
(706) 253-1830
Gr: 7-8 | 638 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #55.
Jasper Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
158 Stegall Dr
Jasper, GA 30143
(706) 253-1730
Jasper, GA 30143
(706) 253-1730
Gr: 5-6 | 573 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 30143, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 30143, GA include Hill City Elementary School, Pickens County High School and Harmony Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30143?
5 public schools are located in 30143.
What percentage of students in 30143 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 30143 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30143?
30143 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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