For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 3,146 students in 30144, GA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 30144, GA are Big Shanty Elementary School, Palmer Middle School and Chalker Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 30144 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 30144, GA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public elementary school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30144, GA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Big Shanty Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1575 Ben King Rd Nw
Kennesaw, GA 30144
(678) 594-8023
Kennesaw, GA 30144
(678) 594-8023
Gr: 3-5 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Palmer Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
690 N Booth Rd Nw
Kennesaw, GA 30144
(770) 591-5020
Kennesaw, GA 30144
(770) 591-5020
Gr: 6-8 | 803 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
Chalker Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
325 N Booth Rd Nw
Kennesaw, GA 30144
(678) 494-7621
Kennesaw, GA 30144
(678) 494-7621
Gr: PK-5 | 679 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #44.
Awtrey Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3601 Nowlin Rd Nw
Kennesaw, GA 30144
(770) 975-6615
Kennesaw, GA 30144
(770) 975-6615
Gr: 6-8 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: n/an/a
3155 Jiles Rd Nw
Kennesaw, GA 30144
(678) 594-8172
Kennesaw, GA 30144
(678) 594-8172
Gr: PK-2 | 560 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 30144, GA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 30144, GA include Big Shanty Elementary School, Palmer Middle School and Chalker Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 30144?
5 public elementary schools are located in 30144.
What is the racial composition of students in 30144?
30144 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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