For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,149 students in 30297, GA.
The top ranked public middle schools in 30297, GA are Babb Middle School and 7 Pillars Career Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 30297 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Georgia public middle school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 30297, GA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Georgia public middle school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30297, GA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Babb Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5500 Reynolds Rd
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3880
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3880
Grades: 6-8
| 878 students
Rank: #22.
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
Grades: 6-10
| 271 students
30297, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4475 Hendrix Dr
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3835
Forest Park, GA 30297
(404) 362-3835
Grades: 5
| 27 students
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
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 30297, GA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 30297, GA include Babb Middle School and 7 Pillars Career Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 30297?
2 public middle schools are located in 30297.
What is the racial composition of students in 30297?
30297 public middle schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Georgia public middle schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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