For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,512 students in 30082, GA (there are , serving 82 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 30082, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 30082, GA are King Springs Elementary School, Nickajack Elementary School and Griffin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30082 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30082, GA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30082, GA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
King Springs Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1041 Reed Rd Se
Smyrna, GA 30082
(678) 842-6944
Smyrna, GA 30082
(678) 842-6944
Gr: PK-5 | 1,103 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Nickajack Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4555 Mavell Rd Se
Smyrna, GA 30082
(678) 842-5814
Smyrna, GA 30082
(678) 842-5814
Gr: PK-5 | 1,191 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #33.
Griffin Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4010 King Springs Rd Se
Smyrna, GA 30082
(678) 842-6917
Smyrna, GA 30082
(678) 842-6917
Gr: 6-8 | 982 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #44.
Norton Park Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3041 Gray Rd Se
Smyrna, GA 30082
(678) 842-5833
Smyrna, GA 30082
(678) 842-5833
Gr: PK-5 | 654 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Russell Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3920 S Hurt Rd Sw
Smyrna, GA 30082
(770) 437-5937
Smyrna, GA 30082
(770) 437-5937
Gr: PK-5 | 582 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 30082, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 30082, GA include King Springs Elementary School, Nickajack Elementary School and Griffin Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 30082?
5 public schools are located in 30082.
What percentage of students in 30082 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 30082 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30082?
30082 public schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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