Schools in Zip Code 30084

Schools in zip code 30084 (Tucker, GA) serve approximately 6,061 students across seven public schools—five elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school—split between the DeKalb County and Gwinnett County districts, with an exceptionally high average economic need (86.7% free/reduced lunch eligibility).

Livsey Elementary School stands out as the top performer, earning the only 4-star rating in the area and ranking in the 72nd percentile statewide, with math proficiency rates (65.5% in 3rd grade, 64.1% in 4th grade) well above state averages and the lowest economic disadvantage rate (65.5%). Midvale Elementary School is a notable success story, achieving a 3-star rating and 60th percentile ranking despite 78.7% economic disadvantage, with 4th-grade math proficiency (56.9%) exceeding the state average. Tucker Middle School presents a paradox: its standard grade-level scores lag state averages, yet its advanced coursework is exceptional—91.5% proficiency on the Algebra I End-of-Course exam and 82.9% on HS Physical Science, nearly double state averages. Nesbit Elementary School is the most significant outlier on the negative side, with a 1-star rating, 13th percentile ranking, and 3rd-grade math proficiency (22.2%) far below its own district's average (53.5%).

Chronic absenteeism averages 20.1% across the zip code, with Tucker High School the highest at 28.8% and Midvale the lowest at 14.0%. Per-student spending varies widely, from Livsey's $24,778 to Nesbit's $15,610, but higher spending does not consistently predict better outcomes. Tucker High's graduation rate (81.0%) and dropout rate (6.2%) both trail state averages (87.2% and 2.4%, respectively). The data reveals a challenging pipeline: while Livsey and Midvale beat the odds, the transition to middle school is a struggle for the general population, culminating in high school challenges. The success of Midvale demonstrates that high achievement is possible despite poverty, but the systemic risks—especially high absenteeism and economic hardship—remain substantial across most schools in this area.