For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,825 students in 31779, GA.
The top-ranked public schools in 31779, GA are Shiver Elementary School, Pelham Elementary School and Pelham High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 31779 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 31779, GA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 31779, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shiver Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1847 Ga Highway 93 N
Pelham, GA 31779
(229) 377-2325
Pelham, GA 31779
(229) 377-2325
Gr: PK-8 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Pelham Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
534 Barrow Ave Sw
Pelham, GA 31779
(229) 294-8170
Pelham, GA 31779
(229) 294-8170
Gr: PK-5 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Pelham High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
720 Barrow Ave Sw
Pelham, GA 31779
(229) 294-8623
Pelham, GA 31779
(229) 294-8623
Gr: 9-12 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Pelham City Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
209 Mathewson Ave Sw
Pelham, GA 31779
(229) 294-6063
Pelham, GA 31779
(229) 294-6063
Gr: 6-8 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 31779, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 31779, GA include Shiver Elementary School, Pelham Elementary School and Pelham High School.
How many public schools are located in 31779?
4 public schools are located in 31779.
What is the racial composition of students in 31779?
31779 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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