For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,500 students in 30521, GA.
The top-ranked public schools in 30521, GA are Carnesville Elementary School, Franklin County High School and Franklin County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30521 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30521, GA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30521, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carnesville Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11555 Highway 59
Carnesville, GA 30521
(706) 384-7326
Carnesville, GA 30521
(706) 384-7326
Gr: PK-5 | 665 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Franklin County High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6570 Highway 145
Carnesville, GA 30521
(706) 384-4525
Carnesville, GA 30521
(706) 384-4525
Gr: 9-12 | 1,007 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Franklin County Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
485 Turkey Creek Rd
Carnesville, GA 30521
(706) 384-4581
Carnesville, GA 30521
(706) 384-4581
Gr: 6-8 | 828 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
30521, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alpine Psychoeducational Program (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
280 Busha Rd
Carnesville, GA 30521
(706) 384-4554
Carnesville, GA 30521
(706) 384-4554
825 Hull Ave
Carnesville, GA 30521
(706) 384-4523
Carnesville, GA 30521
(706) 384-4523
Gr: PK-2
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 30521, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 30521, GA include Carnesville Elementary School, Franklin County High School and Franklin County Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 30521?
3 public schools are located in 30521.
What is the racial composition of students in 30521?
30521 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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