For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,976 students in 39828, GA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39828, GA are Southside Elementary School, Eastside Elementary School and Washington Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39828 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39828, GA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Georgia public elementary school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 39828, GA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southside Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
322 4th Avenue Se
Cairo, GA 39828
(229) 377-3723
Cairo, GA 39828
(229) 377-3723
Gr: PK-5 | 610 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Eastside Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1201 20th St Ne
Cairo, GA 39828
(229) 377-8441
Cairo, GA 39828
(229) 377-8441
Gr: PK-5 | 735 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #33.
Washington Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1277 Martin Luther King Jr Ave
Cairo, GA 39828
(229) 377-2106
Cairo, GA 39828
(229) 377-2106
Gr: 6-8 | 631 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
39828, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 39828, GA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39828, GA include Southside Elementary School, Eastside Elementary School and Washington Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39828?
3 public elementary schools are located in 39828.
What is the racial composition of students in 39828?
39828 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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