For the 2024 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 6,036 students in Waycross, GA (there are 1 private school, serving 169 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Waycross, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in Waycross, GA are Memorial Drive Elementary School, Waresboro Elementary School and Ruskin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waycross, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Georgia public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in Waycross have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 63% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Waycross, GA (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Memorial Drive Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2580 Ambrose St
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2327
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2327
Grades: K-5
| 377 students
Rank: #22.
Waresboro Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3379 W Church St
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2393
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2393
Grades: K-5
| 421 students
Rank: #33.
Ruskin Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3550 Valdosta Hwy
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2325
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2325
Grades: K-5
| 391 students
Rank: #44.
Williams Heights Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
705 Dewey St
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 287-2399
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 287-2399
Grades: K-5
| 437 students
Rank: #55.
Wacona Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3101 State St
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2362
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2362
Grades: PK-5
| 920 students
Rank: #66.
Ware County High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
700 Victory Dr
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2351
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2351
Grades: 9-12
| 1,627 students
Rank: #77.
Waycross Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
700 Central Ave
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 287-2333
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 287-2333
Grades: 6-8
| 616 students
Rank: #88.
Ware County Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2301 Cherokee St
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2341
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2341
Grades: 6-8
| 757 students
Rank: #99.
Center Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2114 Dorothy St
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 287-2366
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 287-2366
Grades: K-5
| 479 students
Rank: n/an/a
Waycross Regional Youth Detention Center
Alternative School
3275 Harris Rd
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-6680
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-6680
Grades: 7-10
| 11 students
Waycross, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
701 Morton Avenue
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 287-2311
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 287-2311
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1301 Bailey Street
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 283-8656
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 283-8656
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Harrell Psychoeducational Program (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
1310 Bailey St
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 285-6151
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 285-6151
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Ware County Alternative School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
950 New Mexico Avenue
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 283-8656
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 283-8656
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Waycross, GA?
The top ranked public schools in Waycross, GA include Memorial Drive Elementary School, Waresboro Elementary School and Ruskin Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Waycross, GA?
10 public schools are located in Waycross, GA.
What percentage of students in Waycross, GA go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Waycross, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Waycross, GA?
Waycross, GA public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 63% (majority Black).
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