For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 525 students in 31220, GA (there are 1 private school, serving 706 private students). 43% of all K-12 students in 31220, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public school in 31220, GA is Heritage Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 31220 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 31220, GA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31220, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Heritage Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6050 Thomaston Rd
Macon, GA 31220
(478) 779-4715
Macon, GA 31220
(478) 779-4715
Gr: PK-5 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 31220, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 31220, GA include Heritage Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 31220?
1 public schools are located in 31220.
What percentage of students in 31220 go to public school?
43% of all K-12 students in 31220 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 31220?
31220 public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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