Schools in Zip Code 30185

Zip code 30185 in Whitesburg, GA, is served by a single school, Whitesburg Elementary School, which enrolls 517 students in grades PK through 5 within the Carroll County School District.

Whitesburg Elementary School is a rising star in Georgia elementary education, earning a 4-star rating for 2025-2026 after jumping 121 spots in the statewide ranking to land in the top quarter of schools. The school's greatest strength is mathematics, particularly in the upper grades: 4th grade math proficiency stands at 68.2% (18 points above the state average) and 5th grade math at 59.2% (15 points above the state). Science performance is also solid, with 5th graders at 51.3% proficiency, beating the state by 7 points. The school also excels at keeping students in class, with a chronic absenteeism rate of just 11.8% compared to 17.7% statewide, despite 42.75% of students qualifying for free/reduced lunch. A favorable student-teacher ratio of 14.1:1 supports personalized instruction.

While math is a clear highlight, English Language Arts (ELA) shows a more uneven picture based on the most recent available data from 2024-2025. The school's 4th grade ELA proficiency (50.7%) is strong, exceeding the state by 11 points, but 3rd grade (27.7%) and 5th grade (35.8%) both trail state averages by about 7 points. This "V-shaped" pattern suggests a particularly strong 4th grade cohort or inconsistent literacy instruction across grade levels. Additionally, 3rd grade math (49.3%) sits essentially at the state average, lagging the school's own upper-grade performance. With its low absenteeism, efficient spending ($13,472 per student), and upward trajectory, Whitesburg Elementary School is well-positioned for continued improvement, though focusing on early-grade literacy will be key to sustaining its momentum.