For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 5,261 students in 31405, GA (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,045 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 31405, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 31405, GA are Jacob G. Smith Elementary School, Heard Elementary School and Ellis Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 31405 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 31405, GA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31405, GA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jacob G. Smith Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
210 Lamara Dr
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 395-6530
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 395-6530
Gr: PK-5 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Heard Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
414 Lee Blvd
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 395-6630
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 395-6630
Gr: PK-5 | 664 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Ellis Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
220 E 49th St
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 395-5470
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 395-5470
Gr: PK-8 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #44.
Hodge Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
975 Clinch Street
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 395-5200
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 395-5200
Gr: PK-5 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Beach High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3001 Hopkins St
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 395-5330
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 395-5330
Gr: 9-12 | 904 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Coastal Empire Montessori Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
301 Buckhalter Rd
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 395-4070
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 395-4070
Gr: PK-5 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #77.
Gould Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4910 Pineland Dr
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 395-5400
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 395-5400
Gr: PK-5 | 887 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #88.
Haven Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5111 Dillon Ave
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 395-6501
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 395-6501
Gr: PK-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #99.
Derenne Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1009 Clinch St
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 395-5900
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 395-5900
Gr: 6-8 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1010.
Mercer Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5330 Montgomery St
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 395-6700
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 395-6700
Gr: 6-8 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center
Alternative School
191 Carl Griffin Dr
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 652-3879
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 652-3879
Gr: 5-12 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
31405, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Coastal Georgia Comprehensive Academy (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
2001 Cynthia Street
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 651-7386
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 651-7386
1009 Clinch Street
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 201-5900
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 201-5900
Gr: 6-8 | 904 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
500 Washington Ave
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 395-5000
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 395-5000
Gr: 9-12 | 853 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
5717 White Bluff Rd
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 443-5777
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 443-5777
Gr: 9-12 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 105:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
3400 Florance Street
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 395-4200
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 395-4200
Gr: 6-8 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 31405, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 31405, GA include Jacob G. Smith Elementary School, Heard Elementary School and Ellis Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 31405?
11 public schools are located in 31405.
What percentage of students in 31405 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 31405 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 31405?
31405 public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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