For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 3,836 students in 30223, GA (there are , serving 245 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 30223, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 30223, GA are Az Kelsey Academy, Beaverbrook Elementary School and Jackson Road Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30223 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Georgia public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30223, GA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30223, GA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Az Kelsey Academy
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 A Z Kelsey Ave
Griffin, GA 30223
(770) 229-4365
Griffin, GA 30223
(770) 229-4365
Grades: 9-12
| 28 students
Rank: #22.
Beaverbrook Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
251 Birdie Rd
Griffin, GA 30223
(770) 229-3750
Griffin, GA 30223
(770) 229-3750
Grades: PK-5
| 295 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Jackson Road Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1233 Jackson Rd
Griffin, GA 30223
(770) 229-3717
Griffin, GA 30223
(770) 229-3717
Grades: PK-5
| 359 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Jordan Hill Road Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
75 Jordan Hill Rd
Griffin, GA 30223
(770) 229-3777
Griffin, GA 30223
(770) 229-3777
Grades: PK-5
| 380 students
Rank: #55.
Orrs Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1553 Flynt St
Griffin, GA 30223
(770) 229-3743
Griffin, GA 30223
(770) 229-3743
Grades: PK-5
| 515 students
Rank: #66.
Kennedy Road Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
280 Kennedy Rd
Griffin, GA 30223
(770) 229-3760
Griffin, GA 30223
(770) 229-3760
Grades: 6-8
| 413 students
Rank: #77.
Cowan Road Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1233 Cowan Rd
Griffin, GA 30223
(770) 229-3790
Griffin, GA 30223
(770) 229-3790
Grades: PK-5
| 561 students
Rank: #88.
Cowan Road Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1185 Cowan Rd
Griffin, GA 30223
(770) 229-3722
Griffin, GA 30223
(770) 229-3722
Grades: 6-8
| 555 students
Rank: #99.
Atkinson Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
307 Atkinson Dr
Griffin, GA 30223
(770) 229-3715
Griffin, GA 30223
(770) 229-3715
Grades: PK-5
| 383 students
Rank: #1010.
Moore Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
201 Cabin Creek Dr
Griffin, GA 30223
(770) 229-3756
Griffin, GA 30223
(770) 229-3756
Grades: PK-5
| 347 students
30223, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
221 Spalding Drive
Griffin, GA 30223
(770) 229-3739
Griffin, GA 30223
(770) 229-3739
Grades: 6-8
| 543 students
Mainstay (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
200 A Z Kelsey Ave
Griffin, GA 30223
(770) 229-3760
Griffin, GA 30223
(770) 229-3760
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
205 Spalding Drive
Griffin, GA 30223
(770) 467-4632
Griffin, GA 30223
(770) 467-4632
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
R.e.s.a. Academy (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
814 Experiment St
Griffin, GA 30223
(770) 229-3247
Griffin, GA 30223
(770) 229-3247
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Taylor Street Achievement Center (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
234 East Taylor St
Griffin, GA 30223
(770) 229-9758
Griffin, GA 30223
(770) 229-9758
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
234 East Taylor Street
Griffin, GA 30223
(770) 229-3700
Griffin, GA 30223
(770) 229-3700
Grades: 6-8
| 609 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 30223, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 30223, GA include Az Kelsey Academy, Beaverbrook Elementary School and Jackson Road Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30223?
10 public schools are located in 30223.
What percentage of students in 30223 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 30223 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30223?
30223 public schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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