For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,462 students in 30240, GA (there are , serving 464 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 30240, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 30240, GA are Hillcrest Elementary School, Long Cane Elementary School and Hollis Hand Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30240 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30240, GA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30240, GA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hillcrest Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3116 Robert Hayes Rd
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7940
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7940
Gr: PK-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Long Cane Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
238 Long Cane Rd
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7948
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7948
Gr: PK-5 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Hollis Hand Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
641 Country Club Rd
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 883-1580
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 883-1580
Gr: PK-5 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #44.
Long Cane Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
326 Long Cane Rd
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 845-2085
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 845-2085
Gr: 6-8 | 973 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #55.
Lagrange High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
516 N Greenwood St
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 883-1590
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 883-1590
Gr: 9-12 | 1,301 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #66.
Franklin Forest Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Scholar Ln
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 845-7556
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 845-7556
Gr: PK-5 | 664 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #77.
Ethel W. Kight Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
75 Gordon Rd
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7943
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7943
Gr: PK-5 | 603 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #88.
Berta Weathersbee Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Forrest Ave
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 883-1570
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 883-1570
Gr: PK-5 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #99.
The Hope Academy School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
200 Mooty Bridge Rd
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7988
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7988
Gr: 6-12 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
30240, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Burwell Psychoeducational Program (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
307 Fort Drive
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 884-6001
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 884-6001
Troup County Student Services Center (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
4864 West Point Rd
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7988
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7988
525 Park Ave
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 883-1555
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 883-1555
Gr: PK-5 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
West Side Magnet School (Closed 2023)
Magnet School
301 Forrest Avenue
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 883-1550
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 883-1550
Gr: 3-8 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
1700 Whitesville Rd
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7968
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7968
Gr: PK-5 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 30240, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 30240, GA include Hillcrest Elementary School, Long Cane Elementary School and Hollis Hand Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30240?
9 public schools are located in 30240.
What percentage of students in 30240 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 30240 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30240?
30240 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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