For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 813 students in 31201, GA (there are 2 private schools, serving 701 private students). 54% of all K-12 students in 31201, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 31201, GA are Alexander Ii Magnet School and Williams Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 31201 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Georgia public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 31201, GA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31201, GA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Alexander Ii Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1156 College St
Macon, GA 31201
(478) 779-2679
Macon, GA 31201
(478) 779-2679
Grades: PK-5
| 479 students
Rank: #22.
Williams Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
325 Pursley St
Macon, GA 31201
(478) 779-3660
Macon, GA 31201
(478) 779-3660
Grades: PK-5
| 334 students
31201, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2051 Second Street
Macon, GA 31201
(478) 765-8711
Macon, GA 31201
(478) 765-8711
Grades: PK-5
| 396 students
Elam Alexander Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2051 2nd St
Macon, GA 31201
(478) 779-3930
Macon, GA 31201
(478) 779-3930
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Heritage Elementary Facility (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
484 Mulberry St
Macon, GA 31201
(478) 765-8711
Macon, GA 31201
(478) 765-8711
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Macon Charter Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
151 Madison St
Macon, GA 31201
(478) 330-7177
Macon, GA 31201
(478) 330-7177
Grades: K-8
| 640 students
Teen Parent Center (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
456 Bay Street
Macon, GA 31201
(478) 751-4035
Macon, GA 31201
(478) 751-4035
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 31201, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 31201, GA include Alexander Ii Magnet School and Williams Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 31201?
2 public schools are located in 31201.
What percentage of students in 31201 go to public school?
54% of all K-12 students in 31201 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 31201?
31201 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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