For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 894 students in 30286, GA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 30286, GA is Upson-lee Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 30286 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Georgia public middle school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 30286, GA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public middle school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30286, GA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Upson-lee Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
101 Holston Dr
Thomaston, GA 30286
(706) 647-6256
Thomaston, GA 30286
(706) 647-6256
Gr: 6-8 | 894 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 30286, GA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 30286, GA include Upson-lee Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 30286?
1 public middle schools are located in 30286.
What is the racial composition of students in 30286?
30286 public middle schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public middle schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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