For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,204 students in 30523, GA (there are , serving 607 private students). 66% of all K-12 students in 30523, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 30523, GA are Clarkesville Elementary School, North Habersham Middle School and Woodville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30523 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30523, GA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30523, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clarkesville Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6539 Highway 115
Clarkesville, GA 30523
(706) 754-2442
Clarkesville, GA 30523
(706) 754-2442
Gr: PK-5 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
North Habersham Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1500 Wall Bridge Rd
Clarkesville, GA 30523
(706) 754-2915
Clarkesville, GA 30523
(706) 754-2915
Gr: 6-8 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Woodville Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
911 Historic Old Highway 441
Clarkesville, GA 30523
(706) 754-4225
Clarkesville, GA 30523
(706) 754-4225
Gr: PK-5 | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 30523, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 30523, GA include Clarkesville Elementary School, North Habersham Middle School and Woodville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30523?
3 public schools are located in 30523.
What percentage of students in 30523 go to public school?
66% of all K-12 students in 30523 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30523?
30523 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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