For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 6,752 students in 30161, GA (there are , serving 1,612 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 30161, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 30161, GA are Johnson Elementary School, Model High School and Model Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30161 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30161, GA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30161, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Johnson Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1839 Morrison Camp Ground Rd
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 236-1830
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 236-1830
Gr: PK-4 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Model High School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3252 Calhoun Rd Ne
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 236-1895
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 236-1895
Gr: 8-12 | 919 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Model Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3200 Calhoun Hwy.
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 236-1827
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 236-1827
Gr: PK-4 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Model Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
164 Barron Rd Ne
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 290-8150
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 290-8150
Gr: 5-7 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #55.
East Central Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1502 Dean Ave Se
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 232-8310
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 232-8310
Gr: PK-6 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #66.
Rome High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Veterans Memorial Hwy Ne
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 235-9653
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 235-9653
Gr: 9-12 | 2,015 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #77.
Rome Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1020 Veterans Memorial Hwy Ne
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 235-4695
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 235-4695
Gr: 7-8 | 956 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Anna K. Davie Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
24 E Main St Sw
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 232-4913
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 232-4913
Gr: PK-6 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Main Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3 Watters St Se
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 295-7180
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 295-7180
Gr: PK-6 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
30161, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Floyd County Education Center (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
1910 Morrison Camp Ground Rd
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 236-1884
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 236-1884
Floyd County Schools College And Career Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
100 Vocational Dr Sw
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 236-1860
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 236-1860
Floyd County Technical High School (Closed 2008)
Vocational School
100 Vocational Dr Sw
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 236-1860
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 236-1860
100 Mchenry Dr Sw
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 236-1833
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 236-1833
Gr: PK-2 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
26 Atteiram Dr Ne
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 295-4442
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 295-4442
Gr: PK-6 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Northwest Psychoeducational Program (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
200 Reece St
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 291-2625
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 291-2625
S.p.i.c.e. High School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
100 Vocational Drive, Sw
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 236-1886
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 236-1886
Gr: 10-12 | 11 students Minority enrollment: 9%
1400 Crane St Sw
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 232-4913
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 232-4913
Gr: PK-6 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 30161, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 30161, GA include Johnson Elementary School, Model High School and Model Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30161?
9 public schools are located in 30161.
What percentage of students in 30161 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 30161 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30161?
30161 public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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