For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 536 students in 39837, GA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39837, GA are Miller County Middle School and Miller County Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39837 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39837, GA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public elementary school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 39837, GA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Miller County Middle School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
996 Phillipsburg Rd
Colquitt, GA 39837
(229) 758-4131
Colquitt, GA 39837
(229) 758-4131
Gr: 6-8 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Miller County Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
996 Phillipsburg Rd
Colquitt, GA 39837
(229) 758-4140
Colquitt, GA 39837
(229) 758-4140
Gr: PK-5 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
39837, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Miller County Alternative School Program (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
159 East Main St
Colquitt, GA 39837
(229) 758-5592
Colquitt, GA 39837
(229) 758-5592
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 39837, GA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39837, GA include Miller County Middle School and Miller County Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39837?
2 public elementary schools are located in 39837.
What is the racial composition of students in 39837?
39837 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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