For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,231 students in 31539, GA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 31539, GA are Jeff Davis Elementary School and Jeff Davis Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 31539 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 31539, GA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public elementary school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31539, GA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jeff Davis Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
81 Pat Dixon Rd
Hazlehurst, GA 31539
(912) 375-6730
Hazlehurst, GA 31539
(912) 375-6730
Gr: 3-5 | 697 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Jeff Davis Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
93 Collins St
Hazlehurst, GA 31539
(912) 375-6730
Hazlehurst, GA 31539
(912) 375-6730
Gr: 6-8 | 684 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
71 Burketts Ferry Rd
Hazlehurst, GA 31539
(912) 375-6720
Hazlehurst, GA 31539
(912) 375-6720
Gr: PK-2 | 850 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
31539, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Jeff Davis Alternative Training Educational Center (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
29 Educational Drive
Hazlehurst, GA 31539
(912) 375-6705
Hazlehurst, GA 31539
(912) 375-6705
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 31539, GA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 31539, GA include Jeff Davis Elementary School and Jeff Davis Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 31539?
3 public elementary schools are located in 31539.
What is the racial composition of students in 31539?
31539 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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