- Pike County Primary School — Grades PK–2 · 805 students
- Pike County Elementary School — Grades 3–5 · 768 students
- Pike County Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 777 students
- Pike County High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,075 students
- Zebulon High School — Grades 9–12 · 34 students
| Metric | Pike County School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 3,584 | 3,700 | ≈ Near average |
| Number of Schools | 5 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $12,100/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 8/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pike County School District (this district) | 8/10 | 76th | 3,584 |
| Cobb County School District | 9/10 | 83rd | 115,000 |
| Dunwoody / DeKalb County Schools | 4/10 | 33rd | 102,000 |
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Ranked against 219 rated districts in GA → 76th percentile → 8/10.
Source: Georgia Dept. of Education Milestones EOG, grades 3–8 ELA & Math, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
About Pike County School District
Pike County School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 30256 in Pike, Georgia. Serving students from Pre-K–12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 30256. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Funding and Resources
Public school districts in Georgia spend approximately $12,100 per student per year on average (state-level estimate; district-level figures vary), below the national average (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Below-average funding can mean larger class sizes, fewer elective offerings, and limited extracurricular programs. Families with specialized needs should verify specific program availability directly with the district. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
With 5 schools serving approximately 3,584 students, Pike County School District is a mid-sized district. Contact Pike County School District to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 8/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Pike County School District 7 out of 10 — above average among Georgia public school districts. 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.
Pike 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 30256
Children in zip code 30256 are assigned to Pike 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 30256, 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 Pike County School District at (334)566-1850 or visit www.pikecountyschools.com. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. 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 Pike
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Pike County School District serves zip code 30256, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 30256 and neighboring areas. 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 Pike 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 30256.
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 Pike County School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 30256 data.