For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 704 students in 31901, GA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 31901, GA are Downtown Elementary Magnet Academy and Hannan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 31901 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 31901, GA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public elementary school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 31901, GA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Downtown Elementary Magnet Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1400 1st Ave
Columbus, GA 31901
(706) 748-2702
Columbus, GA 31901
(706) 748-2702
Gr: PK-5 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Hannan Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1338 Talbotton Rd
Columbus, GA 31901
(706) 748-2744
Columbus, GA 31901
(706) 748-2744
Gr: K-5 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
31901, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Elmo Center For Gifted Education (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2101 18th Ave
Columbus, GA 31901
(706) 748-3115
Columbus, GA 31901
(706) 748-3115
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 31901, GA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 31901, GA include Downtown Elementary Magnet Academy and Hannan Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 31901?
2 public elementary schools are located in 31901.
What is the racial composition of students in 31901?
31901 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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