For the 2026 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 (2026)
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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