For the 2025-26 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 8,060 students in 30120, GA (there are , serving 99 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 30120, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 30120, GA are Cartersville Middle School, Cartersville High School and Cartersville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30120 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30120, GA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30120, GA 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cartersville Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
825 Douthit Ferry Rd
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 382-3666
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 382-3666
Gr: 6-8 | 1,042 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Cartersville High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
320 E Church St
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 382-3200
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 382-3200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,421 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Cartersville Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
340 Old Mill Rd
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 382-0983
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 382-0983
Gr: 4-5 | 643 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Mission Road Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1100 Mission Rd Sw
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 606-5863
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 606-5863
Gr: PK-5 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #55.
Cass Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
195 Fire Tower Rd Nw
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 606-5846
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 606-5846
Gr: 6-8 | 927 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #66.
Woodland High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
800 Old Alabama Rd Se
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 606-5870
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 606-5870
Gr: 9-12 | 1,501 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #77.
Hamilton Crossing Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
116 Hamilton Crossing Rd Nw
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 606-5849
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 606-5849
Gr: PK-5 | 632 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: n/an/a
200 Carter Grove Blvd
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 382-1733
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 382-1733
Gr: PK-3 | 1,467 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
30120, Georgia 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bartow Crossroads Academy (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
1675 Cassville Rd Nw
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 606-5800
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 606-5800
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 30120, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 30120, GA include Cartersville Middle School, Cartersville High School and Cartersville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30120?
8 public schools are located in 30120.
What percentage of students in 30120 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 30120 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30120?
30120 public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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