- Central Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 991 students
- Ithica Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 809 students
- Bowdon Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 781 students
- Sand Hill Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 733 students
- Glanton-Hindsman Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 691 students
- Temple Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 666 students
- Mount Zion Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 640 students
- Providence Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 557 students
- Sharp Creek Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 547 students
- Whitesburg Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 517 students
- Villa Rica Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 513 students
- Roopville Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 457 students
- Central Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,009 students
- Bay Springs Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 723 students
- Temple Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 682 students
- Villa Rica Middle — Grades 6–8 · 481 students
- Mt. Zion Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 404 students
- Bowdon Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 338 students
- Villa Rica High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,681 students
- Central High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,338 students
- Temple High School — Grades 9–12 · 868 students
- Mt. Zion High School — Grades 9–12 · 496 students
- Bowdon High School — Grades 9–12 · 428 students
- KidsPeace — Grades 4–12 · 50 students
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| Metric | Carroll County School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 15,981 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 24 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $11,181/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 8/10 — Good | — | Above average |
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Ranked against 219 rated districts in GA → 75th percentile → 8/10.
Source: Georgia Dept. of Education Milestones EOG, grades 3–8 ELA & Math, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
About Carroll County School District
Zip code 30117 in Carroll, Georgia is served by Carroll County School District for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K – 12th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Carroll County School District’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Funding and Resources
Carroll County School District spent $11,181 per student in the 2019–20 school year (U.S. Dept. of Education CCD finance data), 8% below Georgia’s statewide $12,100 estimate. Of the district’s 2019 graduating cohort of 995 students, an estimated 95% earned a diploma within four years (EDFacts adjusted cohort graduation rate).
District Scale and Program Breadth
With 4 schools, Carroll County School District operates as a mid-sized district serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Mid-sized districts strike a balance between community-scale relationships and sufficient program breadth. Most offer core academic tracks, basic extracurricular programs, and adequate student support services.
Understanding the 8/10 Rating
Carroll County School District has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 9/10, placing it in the top-tier tier. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Georgia’s Milestones EOG grades 3–8 ELA & Math assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Georgia is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Carroll County School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Georgia. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 30117
Children in zip code 30117 are assigned to Carroll County School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 30117, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Carroll County School District at (770)832-3568 or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Georgia districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Carroll
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Carroll County School District serves zip code 30117, homes in and around zip code 30117 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Georgia, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Carroll County School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 30117.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Carroll County School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 30117 data.