Schools in Zip Code 30805

Zip code 30805 is home to a single school, Blythe Elementary School, a small rural school in the Richmond County district serving grades PK through 5 with 333 students.

Blythe Elementary is a standout performer within its district, consistently beating district averages across nearly every subject and grade level despite the district ranking in the 11th percentile statewide. In 4th grade math, the school's proficiency rate of 41.3% is 71% higher than the district's 24.2%, and in 5th grade science, the school's 44.1% proficiency rate more than doubles the district's 20.0% and essentially matches the state average. The school has shown steady improvement in its state ranking, climbing from the 31st percentile in 2023-2024 to the 38th percentile in 2025-2026. Notably, 4th grade math scores jumped an impressive 16.3 percentage points year-over-year, suggesting a successful instructional intervention. The school also maintains a low student-teacher ratio of 12.4:1 and spends $16,690 per student, reflecting its high-need population where 100% of students qualify for free/reduced lunch.

However, chronic absenteeism is a significant concern, with 32.5% of students chronically absent—nearly double the state average of 17.7%. This likely suppresses academic achievement, though the school's ability to outperform its district despite this challenge indicates effective teaching when students are present. While math scores trail state averages by 15-20 points, the school's science performance is a clear strength. ELA scores from 2024-2025 showed a positive upward trend from 3rd to 5th grade, with all grades outperforming district averages by 10-15 points. For parents, Blythe Elementary offers a supportive, well-funded environment with small class sizes and a track record of improvement, though addressing attendance will be key to unlocking even greater success.