For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,088 students in 30217, GA.
The top-ranked public schools in 30217, GA are Centralhatchee Elementary School, Heard Elementary School and Heard County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30217 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30217, GA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30217, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Centralhatchee Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
315 Centralhatchee Pkwy
Franklin, GA 30217
(770) 854-4002
Franklin, GA 30217
(770) 854-4002
Gr: PK-5 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Heard Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4647 Pea Ridge Rd
Franklin, GA 30217
(706) 675-3687
Franklin, GA 30217
(706) 675-3687
Gr: PK-5 | 733 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Heard County High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
545 Main St
Franklin, GA 30217
(706) 675-3656
Franklin, GA 30217
(706) 675-3656
Gr: 9-12 | 655 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Heard County Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
269 Old Field Rd
Franklin, GA 30217
(706) 675-9247
Franklin, GA 30217
(706) 675-9247
Gr: 6-8 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #55.
Arrow Academy Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
545 Main Street
Franklin, GA 30217
(706) 675-3656
Franklin, GA 30217
(706) 675-3656
Gr: 6-12 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 30217, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 30217, GA include Centralhatchee Elementary School, Heard Elementary School and Heard County High School.
How many public schools are located in 30217?
5 public schools are located in 30217.
What is the racial composition of students in 30217?
30217 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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