For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 3,442 students in 31558, GA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 31558, GA are Mary Lee Clark Elementary School, Sugarmill Elementary School and Saint Marys Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 31558 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 31558, GA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public elementary school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 31558, GA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mary Lee Clark Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2900 Mickler Dr
Saint Marys, GA 31558
(912) 882-4373
Saint Marys, GA 31558
(912) 882-4373
Gr: PK-5 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Sugarmill Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2885 Winding Rd
Saint Marys, GA 31558
(912) 882-8191
Saint Marys, GA 31558
(912) 882-8191
Gr: PK-5 | 651 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Saint Marys Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
205 Martha Dr
Saint Marys, GA 31558
(912) 882-8626
Saint Marys, GA 31558
(912) 882-8626
Gr: 6-8 | 1,077 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #44.
Saint Marys Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
600 Osborne St
Saint Marys, GA 31558
(912) 882-4839
Saint Marys, GA 31558
(912) 882-4839
Gr: PK-5 | 623 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #55.
Crooked River Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3570 Charlie Smith Sr Hwy
Saint Marys, GA 31558
(912) 673-6995
Saint Marys, GA 31558
(912) 673-6995
Gr: PK-5 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 31558, GA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 31558, GA include Mary Lee Clark Elementary School, Sugarmill Elementary School and Saint Marys Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 31558?
5 public elementary schools are located in 31558.
What is the racial composition of students in 31558?
31558 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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