For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 980 students in 30296, GA.
The top ranked public schools in 30296, GA are Oliver Elementary School and Lake Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30296 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30296, GA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30296, GA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oliver Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1725 Cheryl Leigh Dr
Riverdale, GA 30296
(770) 994-4010
Riverdale, GA 30296
(770) 994-4010
Gr: PK-5 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #22.
Lake Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7900 Lake Ridge Cir
Riverdale, GA 30296
(770) 907-5170
Riverdale, GA 30296
(770) 907-5170
Gr: PK-5 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
30296, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 30296, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 30296, GA include Oliver Elementary School and Lake Ridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30296?
2 public schools are located in 30296.
What is the racial composition of students in 30296?
30296 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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