For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,925 students in 30033, GA (there are 4 private schools, serving 512 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 30033, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 30033, GA are Briarlake Elementary School, Laurel Ridge Elementary School and Druid Hills Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30033 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30033, GA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30033, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Briarlake Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3590 Lavista Rd
Decatur, GA 30033
(678) 874-2502
Decatur, GA 30033
(678) 874-2502
Gr: PK-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Laurel Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1215 Balsam Dr
Decatur, GA 30033
(678) 874-6902
Decatur, GA 30033
(678) 874-6902
Gr: PK-5 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #33.
Druid Hills Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3100 Mount Olive Dr
Decatur, GA 30033
(678) 874-7602
Decatur, GA 30033
(678) 874-7602
Gr: 6-8 | 929 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #44.
Mclendon Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3169 Hollywood Dr
Decatur, GA 30033
(678) 676-5902
Decatur, GA 30033
(678) 676-5902
Gr: PK-5 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
International Community School
Charter School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2418 Wood Trail Ln
Decatur, GA 30033
(404) 499-8969
Decatur, GA 30033
(404) 499-8969
Gr: K-5 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #66.
Georgia Fugees Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4046 Chamblee Tucker Rd
Decatur, GA 30033
(678) 201-0451
Decatur, GA 30033
(678) 201-0451
Gr: 6-12 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: n/an/a
2477 Coralwood Dr
Decatur, GA 30033
(678) 874-6002
Decatur, GA 30033
(678) 874-6002
Gr: PK-K | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
30033, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Dekalb Community School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
1833 Lawrenceville Hwy
Decatur, GA 30033
(404) 679-4900
Decatur, GA 30033
(404) 679-4900
2418 Wood Trail Ln
Decatur, GA 30033
(678) 874-7202
Decatur, GA 30033
(678) 874-7202
Gr: PK-5 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 30033, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 30033, GA include Briarlake Elementary School, Laurel Ridge Elementary School and Druid Hills Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 30033?
7 public schools are located in 30033.
What percentage of students in 30033 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 30033 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30033?
30033 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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