For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 9,156 students in 30506, GA.
The top ranked public schools in 30506, GA are Mount Vernon Elementary School, Chestatee Elementary School and Wauka Mountain Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30506 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30506, GA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30506, GA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mount Vernon Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4844 Jim Hood Rd
Gainesville, GA 30506
(770) 983-1759
Gainesville, GA 30506
(770) 983-1759
Grades: PK-5
| 646 students
Rank: #22.
Chestatee Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6945 Keith Bridge Rd
Gainesville, GA 30506
(770) 887-2341
Gainesville, GA 30506
(770) 887-2341
Grades: PK-5
| 1,216 students
Rank: #33.
Wauka Mountain Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5850 Brookton Lula Rd
Gainesville, GA 30506
(770) 983-3221
Gainesville, GA 30506
(770) 983-3221
Grades: PK-5
| 544 students
Rank: #44.
East Forsyth High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8910 Jot Em Down Rd
Gainesville, GA 30506
(770) 888-1235
Gainesville, GA 30506
(770) 888-1235
Grades: 9-12
| 1,590 students
Rank: #55.
North Hall Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4856 Rilla Rd
Gainesville, GA 30506
(770) 983-9749
Gainesville, GA 30506
(770) 983-9749
Grades: 6-8
| 815 students
Rank: #66.
North Hall High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4885 Mount Vernon Rd
Gainesville, GA 30506
(770) 983-7331
Gainesville, GA 30506
(770) 983-7331
Grades: 9-12
| 1,158 students
Rank: #77.
Sardis Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2805 Sardis Rd
Gainesville, GA 30506
(770) 532-0104
Gainesville, GA 30506
(770) 532-0104
Grades: PK-5
| 562 students
Rank: #88.
Lanier Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4782 Thompson Bridge Rd
Gainesville, GA 30506
(770) 532-8781
Gainesville, GA 30506
(770) 532-8781
Grades: PK-5
| 560 students
Rank: #99.
Chestatee Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2740 Fran Mar Dr
Gainesville, GA 30506
(770) 297-6270
Gainesville, GA 30506
(770) 297-6270
Grades: 6-8
| 849 students
Rank: #1010.
Chestatee High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3005 Sardis Rd
Gainesville, GA 30506
(770) 532-1162
Gainesville, GA 30506
(770) 532-1162
Grades: 9-12
| 1,216 students
30506, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6945 Keith Bridge Road
Gainesville, GA 30506
(770) 887-2341
Gainesville, GA 30506
(770) 887-2341
Grades: PK-5
| 1,311 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 30506, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 30506, GA include Mount Vernon Elementary School, Chestatee Elementary School and Wauka Mountain Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30506?
10 public schools are located in 30506.
What is the racial composition of students in 30506?
30506 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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