For the 2025 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 6,512 students in 31204, GA (there are 2 private schools, serving 288 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 31204, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 31204, GA are Price Academy, Vineville Academy and Miller Magnet Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 31204 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 31204, GA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31204, GA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Price Academy
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
304 Pierce Ave
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 751-2800
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 751-2800
Gr: 3-12 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Vineville Academy
(Math: 33% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2260 Vineville Ave
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 779-3226
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 779-3226
Gr: PK-5 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #33.
Miller Magnet Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
751 Hendley St
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 779-4029
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 779-4029
Gr: 6-8 | 582 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Central High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2155 Napier Ave
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 779-2292
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 779-2292
Gr: 9-12 | 876 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Rosa Taylor Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2976 Crestline Dr
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 779-3563
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 779-3563
Gr: PK-5 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #66.
Vip Academy (Virtual)
(Math: 4% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2011 Riverside Drive
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 779-4872
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 779-4872
Gr: 4-12 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 68:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #77.
John Robert Lewis Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3522 Greenbriar Road
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 779-2050
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 779-2050
Gr: PK-5 | 724 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Veterans Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4901 Faubus Ave
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 779-4800
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 779-4800
Gr: PK-5 | 708 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #99.
Georgia Academy For The Blind
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2895 Vineville Ave
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 751-6083
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 751-6083
Gr: PK-12 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #1010.
Hartley Elementary School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2230 Anthony Rd
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 779-2500
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 779-2500
Gr: PK-5 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #11 - 1211. - 12.
Ballard Hudson Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1070 Anthony Rd
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 779-3390
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 779-3390
Gr: 6-8 | 644 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #11 - 1211. - 12.
Cirrus Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1870 Pio Nono Ave
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 250-1376
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 250-1376
Gr: K-8 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #1313.
Ingram/pye Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
855 Anthony Rd
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 779-3000
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 779-3000
Gr: PK-5 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
31204, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3705 Earl Street
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 765-8711
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 765-8711
Gr: PK | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Georgia Academy For The Blind (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
2895 Vineville Ave
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 751-6083
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 751-6083
Gr: K-12 | 96 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Hutchings High - Alternative School Program (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
2004 Riverside Dr
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 779-2550
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 779-2550
Middle Georgia Psychoeducational Program (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
3769 Ridge Ave
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 779-3932
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 779-3932
709 Pierce Ave
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 779-3205
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 779-3205
709 Pierce Ave
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 779-3200
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 779-3200
Gr: PK | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
3522 Greenbriar Rd
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 779-2064
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 779-2064
Gr: PK-5 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
1070 Anthony Road
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 784-3120
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 784-3120
Gr: 9-12 | 747 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
709 Pierce Avenue
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 751-6749
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 751-6749
Gr: K-6 | 560 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
2004 Riverside Dr
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 779-2535
Macon, GA 31204
(478) 779-2535
Gr: 9-12 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 31204, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 31204, GA include Price Academy, Vineville Academy and Miller Magnet Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 31204?
13 public schools are located in 31204.
What percentage of students in 31204 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 31204 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 31204?
31204 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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