For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 6,229 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 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 31909, GA are Britt David Elementary Computer Magnet Academy, Blackmon Road Middle School and North Columbus Elementary 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 41% (versus the Georgia public school average of 38%), 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 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31909, GA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Britt David Elementary Computer Magnet Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 94% | Reading: 94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
5801 Armour Rd
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-2617
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-2617
Grades: K-5
| 510 students
Rank: #22.
Blackmon Road Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7251 Blackmon Rd
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 565-2998
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 565-2998
Grades: 6-8
| 534 students
Rank: #33.
North Columbus Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2006 Old Guard Rd
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-3183
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-3183
Grades: PK-5
| 746 students
Rank: #44.
Eagle Ridge Academy
(Math: 43% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7576 Raider Way
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 569-3746
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 569-3746
Grades: PK-5
| 674 students
Rank: #55.
Northside High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2002 American Way
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-2920
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-2920
Grades: 9-12
| 1,417 students
Rank: #66.
Veterans Memorial Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2008 Old Guard Rd
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-3203
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-3203
Grades: 6-8
| 658 students
Rank: #77.
Blanchard Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3512 Weems Rd
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-2461
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-2461
Grades: PK-5
| 470 students
Rank: #88.
Shaw High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7579 Raider Way
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 569-3638
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 569-3638
Grades: 9-12
| 1,220 students
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, Blackmon Road Middle School and North Columbus Elementary 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 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 31909?
31909 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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