For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 5,773 students in 30144, GA (there are , serving 1,752 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 30144, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 30144, GA are Palmer Middle School, Chalker Elementary School and Big Shanty Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30144 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Georgia public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30144, GA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30144, GA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Palmer Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
690 N Booth Rd Nw
Kennesaw, GA 30144
(770) 591-5020
Kennesaw, GA 30144
(770) 591-5020
Grades: 6-8
| 776 students
Rank: #22.
Chalker Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
325 N Booth Rd Nw
Kennesaw, GA 30144
(678) 494-7621
Kennesaw, GA 30144
(678) 494-7621
Grades: PK-5
| 682 students
Rank: #33.
Big Shanty Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1575 Ben King Rd Nw
Kennesaw, GA 30144
(678) 594-8023
Kennesaw, GA 30144
(678) 594-8023
Grades: 3-5
| 545 students
Rank: #44.
North Cobb High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3400 Old 41 Hwy Nw
Kennesaw, GA 30144
(770) 975-6685
Kennesaw, GA 30144
(770) 975-6685
Grades: 9-12
| 2,521 students
Rank: #55.
Awtrey Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3601 Nowlin Rd Nw
Kennesaw, GA 30144
(770) 975-6615
Kennesaw, GA 30144
(770) 975-6615
Grades: 6-8
| 643 students
Rank: n/an/a
3155 Jiles Rd Nw
Kennesaw, GA 30144
(678) 594-8172
Kennesaw, GA 30144
(678) 594-8172
Grades: PK-2
| 606 students
30144, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6997 Kenne St
Kennesaw, GA 30144
(770) 514-3889
Kennesaw, GA 30144
(770) 514-3889
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 30144, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 30144, GA include Palmer Middle School, Chalker Elementary School and Big Shanty Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30144?
6 public schools are located in 30144.
What percentage of students in 30144 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 30144 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30144?
30144 public schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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