For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,110 students in 30179, GA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 30179, GA are Temple Middle School and Villa Rica Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 30179 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Georgia public middle school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 30179, GA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public middle school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30179, GA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Temple Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
275 Rainey Rd
Temple, GA 30179
(770) 562-6001
Temple, GA 30179
(770) 562-6001
Gr: 6-8 | 628 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Villa Rica Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
614 Tumlin Lake Rd
Temple, GA 30179
(770) 459-0407
Temple, GA 30179
(770) 459-0407
Gr: 6-8 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 30179, GA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 30179, GA include Temple Middle School and Villa Rica Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 30179?
2 public middle schools are located in 30179.
What is the racial composition of students in 30179?
30179 public middle schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public middle schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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