For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 6,124 students in 31909, GA (there are 3 private schools, serving 920 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 31909, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 31909, GA are Britt David Elementary Computer Magnet Academy, North Columbus Elementary School and Blackmon Road Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 31909 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 31909, GA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 31909, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Britt David Elementary Computer Magnet Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 98% | Reading: 94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
5801 Armour Rd
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-2617
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-2617
Gr: K-5 | 552 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
North Columbus Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2006 Old Guard Rd
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-3183
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-3183
Gr: PK-5 | 737 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #33.
Blackmon Road Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7251 Blackmon Rd
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 565-2998
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 565-2998
Gr: 6-8 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #44.
Northside High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2002 American Way
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-2920
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-2920
Gr: 9-12 | 1,405 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #55.
Eagle Ridge Academy
(Math: 32% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7576 Raider Way
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 569-3746
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 569-3746
Gr: PK-5 | 658 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #66.
Veterans Memorial Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2008 Old Guard Rd
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-3203
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-3203
Gr: 6-8 | 681 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #77.
Blanchard Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3512 Weems Rd
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-2461
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-2461
Gr: PK-5 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #88.
Shaw High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7579 Raider Way
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 569-3638
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 569-3638
Gr: 9-12 | 1,162 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 31909, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 31909, GA include Britt David Elementary Computer Magnet Academy, North Columbus Elementary School and Blackmon Road Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 31909?
8 public schools are located in 31909.
What percentage of students in 31909 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 31909 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 31909?
31909 public schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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