For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 359 students in 30297, GA.
The top ranked public charter school in 30297, GA is 7 Pillars Career Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 30297 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Georgia public charter school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 42% statewide average). Charter schools in 30297, GA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public charter school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 30297, GA Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
7 Pillars Career Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4234 Hendrix Dr
Forest Park, GA 30297
(770) 954-5306
Forest Park, GA 30297
(770) 954-5306
Gr: 6-10 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Sankofa Montessori
Charter School
5881 Phillips Drive
Forest Park, GA 30297
(470) 502-4921
Forest Park, GA 30297
(470) 502-4921
Gr: K-6 | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
30297, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4475 Hendrix Dr
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3835
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3835
Gr: 5 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
South Metro Psychoeducational Program (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
5277 Ash St
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-2000
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-2000
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 30297, GA?
The top ranked public charter schools in 30297, GA include 7 Pillars Career Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 30297?
2 public charter schools are located in 30297.
What is the racial composition of students in 30297?
30297 public charter schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public charter schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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