For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 9,284 students in 30097, GA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 30097, GA are River Trail Middle School, Hull Middle School and Georgia Connections Academy (Virtual). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 30097 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Georgia public middle school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 30097, GA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Georgia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public middle school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30097, GA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
River Trail Middle School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
10795 Rogers Cir
Duluth, GA 30097
(470) 254-3860
Duluth, GA 30097
(470) 254-3860
Gr: 6-8 | 1,094 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Hull Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1950 Old Peachtree Rd
Duluth, GA 30097
(770) 232-3200
Duluth, GA 30097
(770) 232-3200
Gr: 6-8 | 1,251 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
Georgia Connections Academy (Virtual)
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2763 Meadow Church Rd Ste 208
Duluth, GA 30097
(678) 825-3258
Duluth, GA 30097
(678) 825-3258
Gr: PK-12 | 6,939 students Student-teacher ratio: 38:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 30097, GA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 30097, GA include River Trail Middle School, Hull Middle School and Georgia Connections Academy (Virtual).
How many public middle schools are located in 30097?
3 public middle schools are located in 30097.
What is the racial composition of students in 30097?
30097 public middle schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public middle schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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