For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 35 students in 31217, GA.
The top ranked public middle 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 middle schools in zipcode 31217 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Georgia public middle school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 31217, GA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public middle school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 31217, GA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Macon Youth Development Campus
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4160 Riggins Mill Rd
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 751-3432
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 751-3432
Grades: 5-12
| 19 students
Rank: n/an/a
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Special Education School
4160 Riggins Mill Rd
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 207-1401
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 207-1401
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Macon Regional Youth Detention Center
Alternative School
4164 Riggins Mill Rd
Macon, GA 31217
(912) 751-3400
Macon, GA 31217
(912) 751-3400
Grades: 5-12
| 16 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 31217, GA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 31217, GA include Macon Youth Development Campus.
How many public middle schools are located in 31217?
3 public middle schools are located in 31217.
What is the racial composition of students in 31217?
31217 public middle schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public middle schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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