For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,214 students in 30034, GA.
The top-ranked public high school in 30034, GA is Southwest Dekalb High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 30034 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Georgia public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 30034, GA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 30034 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Georgia average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Southwest Dekalb High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Georgia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public high school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30034, GA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southwest Dekalb High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2863 Kelley Chapel Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-1902
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-1902
Gr: 9-12 | 1,207 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: n/an/a
Dekalb Regional Youth Detention Center
Alternative School
2946 Clifton Springs Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(404) 244-2183
Decatur, GA 30034
(404) 244-2183
Gr: 5-12 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
30034, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Dekalb Transition School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
2670 Old Wesley Chapel Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-1002
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 874-1002
Gr: 6-9 | 33 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 30034, GA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 30034, GA include Southwest Dekalb High School.
How many public high schools are located in 30034?
2 public high schools are located in 30034.
What is the racial composition of students in 30034?
30034 public high schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public high schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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