For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 3,589 students in 31047, GA.
The top ranked public schools in 31047, GA are Matthew Arthur Elementary School, Mossy Creek Middle School and Veterans High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 31047 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Georgia public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 31047, GA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31047, GA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Matthew Arthur Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2500 Ga Highway 127
Kathleen, GA 31047
(478) 988-6170
Kathleen, GA 31047
(478) 988-6170
Grades: PK-5
| 882 students
Rank: #22.
Mossy Creek Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
200 Danny Carpenter Dr
Kathleen, GA 31047
(478) 988-6171
Kathleen, GA 31047
(478) 988-6171
Grades: 6-8
| 770 students
Rank: #33.
Veterans High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
340 Piney Grove Rd
Kathleen, GA 31047
(478) 218-7537
Kathleen, GA 31047
(478) 218-7537
Grades: 9-12
| 1,937 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 31047, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 31047, GA include Matthew Arthur Elementary School, Mossy Creek Middle School and Veterans High School.
How many public schools are located in 31047?
3 public schools are located in 31047.
What is the racial composition of students in 31047?
31047 public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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