- Sawnee Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 1,591 students
- Poole's Mill Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 1,384 students
- George W. Whitlow Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 1,247 students
- New Hope Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 1,175 students
- Matt Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 1,171 students
- Chestatee Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 1,159 students
- Silver City Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 1,142 students
- Kelly Mill Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 1,104 students
- Midway Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 1,022 students
- Vickery Creek Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 982 students
- Mashburn Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 976 students
- Brandywine Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 968 students
- Shiloh Point Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 955 students
- Haw Creek Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 926 students
- Cumming Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 900 students
- Johns Creek Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 888 students
- Daves Creek Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 881 students
- Sharon Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 865 students
- Chattahoochee Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 810 students
- Brookwood Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 810 students
- Coal Mountain Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 747 students
- Big Creek Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 745 students
- Settles Bridge Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 741 students
- Lakeside Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,513 students
- Riverwatch Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,455 students
- Hendricks Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,376 students
- South Forsyth Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,319 students
- DeSana Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,278 students
- Liberty Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,256 students
- North Forsyth Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,164 students
- Otwell Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,062 students
- Vickery Creek Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,058 students
- Piney Grove Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,024 students
- Little Mill Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 916 students
- Lambert High School — Grades 9–12 · 3,249 students
- South Forsyth High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,634 students
- Denmark High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,527 students
- West Forsyth High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,503 students
- Forsyth Central High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,457 students
- North Forsyth High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,151 students
- East Forsyth High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,588 students
- Alliance Academy for Innovation — Grades 9–12 · 1,145 students
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| Metric | Forsyth County School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 39 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $12,100/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Forsyth County School District
ZIP 30028 in Forsyth, Georgia falls within the boundaries of Forsyth County School District. Its 6/10 rating is roughly in line with the Georgia average across the funding and enrollment measures NCES tracks. The district covers Pre-K – 12th. Check the rating breakdown and map above, and confirm your specific school assignment directly with the district — boundaries and open-enrollment rules change year to year.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Forsyth County School District runs approximately $12,100 annually, placing it 10% above the Georgia state average of approximately $11,000 and below the national average nationally (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
Forsyth County School District is a district of unknown size with multiple schools serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Contact Forsyth County School District to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Forsyth County School District 6 out of 10 — average among Georgia public school districts. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Forsyth County School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 30028
Children in zip code 30028 are assigned to Forsyth 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 30028, 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 Forsyth County School District at (770)887-2461 or visit www.forsyth.k12.ga.us. 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 Forsyth
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Forsyth County School District serves zip code 30028, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 30028 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 Forsyth 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 30028.
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 Forsyth County School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 30028 data.