For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,866 students in 30533, GA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 30533, GA are Cottrell Elementary School, Long Branch Elementary School and Lumpkin County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 30533 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 30533, GA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public elementary school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30533, GA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cottrell Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
220 Pine Tree Way
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-3254
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-3254
Gr: PK-5 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Long Branch Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4518 Highway 52 E
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-5361
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-5361
Gr: PK-5 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Lumpkin County Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
152 School Dr
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-6180
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-6180
Gr: 6-8 | 891 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
30533, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lumpkin County Alternative School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
152 School Dr
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-6180
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-6180
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 30533, GA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 30533, GA include Cottrell Elementary School, Long Branch Elementary School and Lumpkin County Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 30533?
3 public elementary schools are located in 30533.
What is the racial composition of students in 30533?
30533 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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