Best 31217 Georgia Public High Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 35 students in 31217, GA.
The top-ranked public high school in 31217, GA is Macon Youth Development Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 31217 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Georgia public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 31217, GA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Georgia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 31217 have a Graduation Rate of 50%, which is less than the Georgia average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Macon Youth Development Campus, with <50% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Georgia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public high school average of 65% (majority Black).

Best 31217, GA Public High Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Macon Youth Development Campus
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4160 Riggins Mill Rd
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 751-3432
Gr: 5-12 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
Department Of Juvenile Justice Bibb Etc
Special Education School
4160 Riggins Mill Rd
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 207-1401
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
Macon Regional Youth Detention Center
Alternative School
4164 Riggins Mill Rd
Macon, GA 31217
(912) 751-3400
Gr: 5-12 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 87%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 31217, GA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 31217, GA include Macon Youth Development Campus.
How many public high schools are located in 31217?
3 public high schools are located in 31217.
What is the racial composition of students in 31217?
31217 public high schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public high schools average of 65% (majority Black).

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