Country girl from AL moves to LA,CA aftr 10 yrs lookn 2 settle in GA close to ATL w/teen=good school,safe area?

So I guess wut I need is an economical neighborhood with 500$ a month rent, a good school in a safe neighborhood with good commute to The city for someone new in town who doesn't know their way around. Plse any suggestions will be greatly appreciated. Thx