For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 820 students in 31079, GA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 31079, GA are Wilcox County Elementary School and Wilcox County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 31079 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 31079, GA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public elementary school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31079, GA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wilcox County Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1358 Ga Highway 215 S
Rochelle, GA 31079
(229) 365-7858
Rochelle, GA 31079
(229) 365-7858
Gr: PK-5 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Wilcox County Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1358 Ga Highway 215 S
Rochelle, GA 31079
(229) 365-7231
Rochelle, GA 31079
(229) 365-7231
Gr: 6-8 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
31079, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Wilcox Alternative Learning Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
186 7th Ave
Rochelle, GA 31079
(229) 365-7231
Rochelle, GA 31079
(229) 365-7231
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 31079, GA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 31079, GA include Wilcox County Elementary School and Wilcox County Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 31079?
2 public elementary schools are located in 31079.
What is the racial composition of students in 31079?
31079 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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