For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 5,138 students in 30120, GA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 30120, GA are Cartersville Middle School, Mission Road Elementary School and Cartersville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 30120 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 30120, GA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public elementary school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30120, GA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cartersville Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
825 Douthit Ferry Rd
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 382-3666
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 382-3666
Grades: 6-8
| 1,042 students
Rank: #22.
Mission Road Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1100 Mission Rd Sw
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 606-5863
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 606-5863
Grades: PK-5
| 427 students
Rank: #33.
Cartersville Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
340 Old Mill Rd
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 382-0983
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 382-0983
Grades: 4-5
| 643 students
Rank: #44.
Cass Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
195 Fire Tower Rd Nw
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 606-5846
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 606-5846
Grades: 6-8
| 927 students
Rank: #55.
Hamilton Crossing Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
116 Hamilton Crossing Rd Nw
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 606-5849
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 606-5849
Grades: PK-5
| 632 students
Rank: n/an/a
200 Carter Grove Blvd
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 382-1733
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 382-1733
Grades: PK-3
| 1,467 students
30120, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Bartow Crossroads Academy (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
1675 Cassville Rd Nw
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 606-5800
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 606-5800
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 30120, GA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 30120, GA include Cartersville Middle School, Mission Road Elementary School and Cartersville Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 30120?
6 public elementary schools are located in 30120.
What is the racial composition of students in 30120?
30120 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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