For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,769 students in 31082, GA (there are 1 private school, serving 363 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 31082, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 31082, GA are Washington County High School, Ridge Road Elementary School and T. J. Elder Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 31082 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Georgia public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 31082, GA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31082, GA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Washington County High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
420 Riddleville Rd
Sandersville, GA 31082
(478) 552-2324
Sandersville, GA 31082
(478) 552-2324
Grades: 9-12
| 901 students
Rank: #22.
Ridge Road Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
285 Ridge Rd.
Sandersville, GA 31082
(478) 552-2245
Sandersville, GA 31082
(478) 552-2245
Grades: 3-5
| 612 students
Rank: #33.
T. J. Elder Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
902 Linton Rd
Sandersville, GA 31082
(478) 552-2007
Sandersville, GA 31082
(478) 552-2007
Grades: 6-8
| 613 students
Rank: n/an/a
285 Ridge Rd.
Sandersville, GA 31082
(478) 552-6047
Sandersville, GA 31082
(478) 552-6047
Grades: PK-2
| 643 students
31082, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Sandersville Regional Youth Detention Center (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
423 Industrial Dr
Sandersville, GA 31082
(912) 552-3919
Sandersville, GA 31082
(912) 552-3919
Grades: 9-11
| 3 students
Washington County Alternative School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
420 Riddleville Rd
Sandersville, GA 31082
(478) 553-1243
Sandersville, GA 31082
(478) 553-1243
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 31082, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 31082, GA include Washington County High School, Ridge Road Elementary School and T. J. Elder Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 31082?
4 public schools are located in 31082.
What percentage of students in 31082 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 31082 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 31082?
31082 public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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