For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 4,082 students in 30032, GA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 30032, GA are Wadsworth Magnet School For High Achievers, Kelley Lake Elementary School and Dekalb Preparatory Academy Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø elementary schools in zipcode 30032 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 30032, GA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public elementary school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30032, GA ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wadsworth Magnet School For High Achievers
Magnet School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
3039 Santa Monica Dr
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-2402
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-2402
Grades: 4-8
| 265 students
Rank: #22.
Kelley Lake Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2590 Kelly Lake Rd
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-4802
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-4802
Grades: PK-5
| 233 students
Rank: #33.
Dekalb Preparatory Academy Charter
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1402 Austin Dr
Decatur, GA 30032
(404) 492-5061
Decatur, GA 30032
(404) 492-5061
Grades: K-8
| 562 students
Rank: #44.
Columbia Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3230 Columbia Woods Dr
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-0702
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-0702
Grades: PK-5
| 388 students
Rank: #55.
Toney Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2701 Oakland Ter
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-2102
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-2102
Grades: PK-5
| 226 students
Rank: #66.
Ronald E Mcnair Discover Learning Academy Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2162 Second Ave
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-3402
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-3402
Grades: PK-5
| 531 students
Rank: #77.
Mcnair Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2190 Wallingford Dr
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-5102
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-5102
Grades: 6-8
| 788 students
Rank: #88.
Peachcrest Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1530 Joy Ln
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-1402
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-1402
Grades: PK-5
| 660 students
Rank: #99.
Snapfinger Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1365 Snapfinger Rd
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-1802
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-1802
Grades: PK-5
| 429 students
30032, Georgia ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2591 Candler Road
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 676-1200
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 676-1200
Grades: 7-12
| 12 students
3318 Midway Rd
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 676-6602
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 676-6602
Grades: 7-8
| 234 students
3039 Santa Monica Dr
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-1402
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-1402
Grades: PK-5
| 379 students
2162 Second Avenue
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-9102
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-9102
Grades: PK-5
| 262 students
3318 Midway Rd
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-1502
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-1502
Grades: PK-5
| 575 students
2100 Bixler Circle
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-5702
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) 874-5702
Grades: PK-5
| 261 students
3039 Santa Monica Drive
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) -87-4-24
Decatur, GA 30032
(678) -87-4-24
Grades: 5
| 275 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 30032, GA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 30032, GA include Wadsworth Magnet School For High Achievers, Kelley Lake Elementary School and Dekalb Preparatory Academy Charter.
How many public elementary schools are located in 30032?
9 public elementary schools are located in 30032.
What is the racial composition of students in 30032?
30032 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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