For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,204 students in 30523, GA (there are , serving 607 private students). 66% of all K-12 students in 30523, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 30523, GA are Clarkesville Elementary School, Woodville Elementary School and North Habersham Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30523 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Georgia public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30523, GA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30523, GA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Clarkesville Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6539 Highway 115
Clarkesville, GA 30523
(706) 754-2442
Clarkesville, GA 30523
(706) 754-2442
Grades: PK-5
| 453 students
Rank: #22.
Woodville Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
911 Historic Old Highway 441
Clarkesville, GA 30523
(706) 754-4225
Clarkesville, GA 30523
(706) 754-4225
Grades: PK-5
| 197 students
Rank: #33.
North Habersham Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1500 Wall Bridge Rd
Clarkesville, GA 30523
(706) 754-2915
Clarkesville, GA 30523
(706) 754-2915
Grades: 6-8
| 554 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 30523, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 30523, GA include Clarkesville Elementary School, Woodville Elementary School and North Habersham Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 30523?
3 public schools are located in 30523.
What percentage of students in 30523 go to public school?
66% of all K-12 students in 30523 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30523?
30523 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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