For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,246 students in 30601, GA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 30601, GA are Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary School, Judia Jackson Harris Elementary School and Fowler Drive Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 30601 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 30601, GA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public elementary school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30601, GA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
757 N Chase St
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 543-1081
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 543-1081
Gr: PK-5 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Judia Jackson Harris Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2300 Danielsville Rd
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 357-5203
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 357-5203
Gr: PK-5 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Fowler Drive Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 Fowler Dr
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 357-5330
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 357-5330
Gr: PK-5 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
Howard B. Stroud Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
715 Fourth St
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 369-1893
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 369-1893
Gr: PK-5 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
Coile Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
110 Old Elberton Rd
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 357-5318
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 357-5318
Gr: 6-8 | 595 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 30601, GA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 30601, GA include Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary School, Judia Jackson Harris Elementary School and Fowler Drive Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 30601?
5 public elementary schools are located in 30601.
What is the racial composition of students in 30601?
30601 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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