For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,512 students in 30082, GA (there are , serving 82 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 30082, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 30082, GA are King Springs Elementary School, Nickajack Elementary School and Griffin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30082 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30082, GA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30082, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
King Springs Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1041 Reed Rd Se
Smyrna, GA 30082
(678) 842-6944
Smyrna, GA 30082
(678) 842-6944
Gr: PK-5 | 1,103 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Nickajack Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4555 Mavell Rd Se
Smyrna, GA 30082
(678) 842-5814
Smyrna, GA 30082
(678) 842-5814
Gr: PK-5 | 1,191 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #33.
Griffin Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4010 King Springs Rd Se
Smyrna, GA 30082
(678) 842-6917
Smyrna, GA 30082
(678) 842-6917
Gr: 6-8 | 982 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #44.
Norton Park Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3041 Gray Rd Se
Smyrna, GA 30082
(678) 842-5833
Smyrna, GA 30082
(678) 842-5833
Gr: PK-5 | 654 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Russell Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3920 S Hurt Rd Sw
Smyrna, GA 30082
(770) 437-5937
Smyrna, GA 30082
(770) 437-5937
Gr: PK-5 | 582 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 30082, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 30082, GA include King Springs Elementary School, Nickajack Elementary School and Griffin Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 30082?
5 public schools are located in 30082.
What percentage of students in 30082 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 30082 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30082?
30082 public schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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