- Floyd L. Shelton Elementary School at Crossroad — Grades PK–5 · 1,389 students
- WC Abney Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 1,324 students
- Burnt Hickory Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 996 students
- Roland W. Russom Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 982 students
- Nebo Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 874 students
- Allgood Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 811 students
- Hiram Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 797 students
- C. A. Roberts Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 668 students
- Connie Dugan Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 647 students
- Sara M. Ragsdale Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 637 students
- Northside Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 626 students
- Hal Hutchens Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 613 students
- McGarity Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 572 students
- Bessie L. Baggett Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 549 students
- Dallas Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 513 students
- Sam D. Panter Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 506 students
- Lillian C. Poole Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 460 students
- Union Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 346 students
- New Georgia Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 336 students
- Lena Mae Moses Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 921 students
- Crossroads Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 908 students
- Sammy McClure Sr. Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 834 students
- Carl Scoggins Sr. Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 809 students
- Irma C. Austin Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 782 students
- Herschel Jones Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 728 students
- P. B. Ritch Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 690 students
- East Paulding Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 630 students
- J. A. Dobbins Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 531 students
- South Paulding Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 507 students
- North Paulding High School — Grades 9–12 · 3,015 students
- Paulding County High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,099 students
- East Paulding High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,985 students
- South Paulding High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,881 students
- Hiram High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,460 students
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| Metric | Paulding County School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 33 | 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 Paulding County School District
If you live in ZIP 30157 — Paulding, Georgia — your assigned public schools are operated by Paulding 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 Paulding 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
Paulding County School District is a district of unknown size with multiple schools serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Contact Paulding County School District to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Paulding 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.
Paulding 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 30157
Children in zip code 30157 are assigned to Paulding 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 30157, 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 Paulding County School District at (770)443-8000 or visit the district’s official website. 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 Paulding
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Paulding County School District serves zip code 30157, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 30157 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 Paulding 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 30157.
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 Paulding County School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 30157 data.