For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,732 students in 30179, GA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 30179, GA are Providence Elementary School, Union Elementary School and Temple Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 30179 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 30179, GA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public elementary school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30179, GA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Providence Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
287 Rainey Rd
Temple, GA 30179
(770) 562-3076
Temple, GA 30179
(770) 562-3076
Gr: PK-5 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Union Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
206 Highway 101 S
Temple, GA 30179
(770) 443-4191
Temple, GA 30179
(770) 443-4191
Gr: PK-5 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Temple Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
95 Otis St
Temple, GA 30179
(770) 562-3076
Temple, GA 30179
(770) 562-3076
Gr: PK-5 | 666 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
Temple Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
275 Rainey Rd
Temple, GA 30179
(770) 562-6001
Temple, GA 30179
(770) 562-6001
Gr: 6-8 | 682 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #55.
Villa Rica Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
614 Tumlin Lake Rd
Temple, GA 30179
(770) 459-0407
Temple, GA 30179
(770) 459-0407
Gr: 6-8 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 30179, GA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 30179, GA include Providence Elementary School, Union Elementary School and Temple Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 30179?
5 public elementary schools are located in 30179.
What is the racial composition of students in 30179?
30179 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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