| Metric | Atlanta City School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 50,325 | 3,700 | Much larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 86 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $12,000/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | ≈ Near avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 5/10 — Average | — | Near average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta City School District (this district) | 5/10 | 48th | 50,325 |
| Atlanta City School District | 5/10 | 48th | 50,325 |
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Ranked against 219 rated districts in GA → 48th percentile → 5/10.
Source: Georgia Dept. of Education Milestones EOG, grades 3–8 ELA & Math, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
- Charles R. Drew Charter School — Grades PK–5 · 961 students
- Morris Brandon Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 911 students
- Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 851 students
- Morningside Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 722 students
- E. Rivers Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 699 students
- Parkside Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 650 students
- Virginia-Highland Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 649 students
- KIPP Strive Primary Charter School — Grades K–5 · 627 students
- Bolton Academy Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 590 students
- Burgess-Peterson Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 580 students
- KIPP Vision Primary Charter School — Grades K–5 · 562 students
- Kipp WAYS Primary Charter School — Grades K–5 · 559 students
- Harper-Archer Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 545 students
- Mary Lin Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 526 students
- Fred A. Toomer Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 513 students
- KIPP Soul Primary — Grades K–5 · 505 students
- Jackson Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 502 students
- Miles Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 499 students
- Thomas Heathe Slater Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 496 students
- Garden Hills Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 494 students
- Deerwood Academy — Grades PK–5 · 469 students
- M. A. Jones Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 461 students
- Tuskegee Airman Global Academy — Grades PK–5 · 447 students
- William M.Boyd Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 439 students
- Springdale Park Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 437 students
- + 23 more elementary schools
- Willis A. Sutton Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,619 students
- David T Howard Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,073 students
- Martin L. King Jr. Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 879 students
- John Lewis Invictus Academy — Grades 6–8 · 692 students
- Jean Childs Young Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 657 students
- Ralph Bunche Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 651 students
- Crawford Long Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 627 students
- Sylvan Hills Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 452 students
- Herman J. Russell West End Academy — Grades 6–8 · 342 students
- Kipp Strive Charter School — Grades 6–8 · 312 students
- KIPP VISION Charter School — Grades 6–8 · 300 students
- KIPP WAYS Academy Charter School — Grades 6–8 · 289 students
- KIPP Soul Academy — Grades 6–8 · 285 students
- Judson Price Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 241 students
- Atlanta Neighborhood Charter - Middle — Grades 6–8 · 233 students
- North Atlanta High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,368 students
- Midtown High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,696 students
- Maynard Jackson High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,549 students
- Benjamin E. Mays High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,338 students
- Frederick Douglass High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,296 students
- D. M. Therrell High School — Grades 9–12 · 964 students
- South Atlanta High School — Grades 9–12 · 942 students
- Kipp Atlanta Collegiate Charter School — Grades 9–12 · 874 students
- Booker T. Washington High School — Grades 9–12 · 856 students
- Carver High School — Grades 9–12 · 544 students
- Carver High School Early College — Grades 9–12 · 514 students
- Charles Drew Charter JA/SR Academy — Grades 6–12 · 941 students
- Woodson Park Academy School — Grades PK–8 · 842 students
- Wesley International Academy Charter — Grades K–8 · 776 students
- Centennial Place Academy (Charter) — Grades K–8 · 757 students
- Atlanta Classical Academy — Grades K–12 · 697 students
- Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy — Grades PK–8 · 583 students
- Coretta Scott King Young Women's Leadership Academy — Grades 6–12 · 377 students
- The Kindezi School — Grades K–8 · 360 students
- Westside Atlanta Charter School — Grades K–8 · 349 students
- Kindezi Old 4th Ward — Grades K–8 · 321 students
- B.E.S.T Academy — Grades 6–12 · 268 students
- Hank Aaron New Beginnings Academy — Grades 6–12 · 147 students
- Hillside Conant School — Grades 1–12 · 67 students
About Atlanta City School District
Atlanta City School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 30308 in Atlanta, Georgia. Serving students from Pre-K – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 30308. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Understanding the 5/10 Rating
With a rating of 5/10 (average), Atlanta City School District ranks among Georgia’s average-rated school systems. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Georgia’s Milestones EOG grades 3–8 ELA & Math assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Georgia is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Atlanta City School District falls near the middle of Georgia on state assessment results, with reading and math proficiency close to the state median. Average-rated districts provide foundational public education, and many families find they deliver solid day-to-day learning — particularly when parents stay engaged. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 30308
Children in zip code 30308 are assigned to Atlanta City School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 30308, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Atlanta City School District at (404)802-3500 or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Georgia districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Atlanta
For families considering a purchase in the Atlanta area, district assignment matters financially. Because Atlanta City School District serves zip code 30308, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 30308. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Georgia, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Atlanta City School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 30308.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Atlanta City School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 30308 data.