For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 11,399 students in 30014, GA (there are , serving 1,508 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 30014, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 30014, GA are Newton County Theme School At Ficquett, East Newton Elementary School and Walnut Grove Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30014 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Georgia public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30014, GA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30014, GA 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Newton County Theme School At Ficquett
(Math: 52% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2207 Williams St Ne
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 786-2636
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 786-2636
Grades: PK-8
| 1,025 students
Rank: #22.
East Newton Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2286 Dixie Rd
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 784-2973
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 784-2973
Grades: PK-5
| 578 students
Rank: #33.
Walnut Grove Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
460 Highway 81 S
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 784-0023
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 784-0023
Grades: PK-5
| 728 students
Rank: #44.
Eastside High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
140 Highway 142
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 784-2920
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 784-2920
Grades: 9-12
| 1,615 students
Rank: #55.
Middle Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11649 Covington By Pass Rd
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 385-6463
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 385-6463
Grades: PK-5
| 593 students
Rank: #66.
Newton High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1 Ram Way
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 787-2250
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 787-2250
Grades: 9-12
| 2,563 students
Rank: #77.
Heard-mixon Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
14110 Highway 36
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 784-2980
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 784-2980
Grades: PK-5
| 439 students
Rank: #88.
Indian Creek Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11051 Covington By Pass Rd
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 385-6453
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 385-6453
Grades: 6-8
| 828 students
Rank: #99.
Alcovy High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
14567 Highway 36
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 784-4995
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 784-4995
Grades: 9-12
| 2,039 students
Rank: #1010.
Cousins Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8187 Carlton Trl Nw
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 786-7311
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 786-7311
Grades: 6-8
| 571 students
Rank: #1111.
Porterdale Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
45 Ram Dr
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 784-2928
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 784-2928
Grades: PK-5
| 420 students
30014, Georgia 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Challenge Charter Academy (Closed 2014)
Charter School
8134 Geiger St Nw
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 784-9310
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 784-9310
Grades: 6-12
| 105 students
Crossroads Psychodeucational Program (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2109 Newton Dr Ne
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 467-6600
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 467-6600
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Crossroads Psychoed Center (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
2109 Newton Dr
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 787-1330
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 787-1330
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Newton College And Career Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
144 Ram Dr
Covington, GA 30014
(678) 625-6769
Covington, GA 30014
(678) 625-6769
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
396 Elks Club Rd
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 783-9310
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 783-9310
Grades: 7-11
| n/a students
Project Adventure, Inc. (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
396 Elks Club Road
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 784-9310
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 784-9310
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Sharp Learning Center #3 (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
3135 Newton Dr Ne
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 787-3010
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 787-3010
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 30014, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 30014, GA include Newton County Theme School At Ficquett, East Newton Elementary School and Walnut Grove Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30014?
11 public schools are located in 30014.
What percentage of students in 30014 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 30014 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30014?
30014 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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