For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,399 students in 30540, GA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 30540, GA are Mountain View Elementary School and Ellijay Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 30540 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 30540, GA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public elementary school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30540, GA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mountain View Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
350 Calvin Jackson Dr
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5100
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5100
Gr: PK-5 | 642 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Ellijay Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
32 Mccutchen St
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5020
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5020
Gr: PK-5 | 757 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
30540, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1860 S Main St
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5030
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5030
Gr: 5-6 | 675 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Mountain Innovation Program (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1860 S Main St
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5007
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5007
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 30540, GA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 30540, GA include Mountain View Elementary School and Ellijay Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 30540?
2 public elementary schools are located in 30540.
What is the racial composition of students in 30540?
30540 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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