For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 6,208 students in 30549, GA (there are , serving 142 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 30549, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 30549, GA are Jefferson Academy, Jefferson Middle School and Jefferson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30549 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30549, GA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30549, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Academy
(Math: 79% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
99 Dragon Dr
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2300
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2300
Gr: 3-5 | 939 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Middle School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
100 Dragon Dr
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2882
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2882
Gr: 6-8 | 973 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #33.
Jefferson High School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
575 Washington St
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2881
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2881
Gr: 9-12 | 1,275 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Gum Springs Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 Gum Springs Church Rd
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 654-5580
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 654-5580
Gr: PK-5 | 1,181 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #55.
West Jackson Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Gum Springs Church Rd
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 654-2775
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 654-2775
Gr: 6-8 | 858 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: n/an/a
415 Hoschton St
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-8242
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-8242
Gr: PK-2 | 982 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
30549, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Jackson County Crossroads (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
441 Gordon St
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2341
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2341
Regional Evening Alternative School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
441 Gordon St
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2341
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2341
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 30549, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 30549, GA include Jefferson Academy, Jefferson Middle School and Jefferson High School.
How many public schools are located in 30549?
6 public schools are located in 30549.
What percentage of students in 30549 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 30549 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30549?
30549 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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