For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 5,801 students in 31405, GA (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,045 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 31405, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 31405, GA are Savannah Arts Academy, Jacob G. Smith Elementary School and Heard 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 26% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 31405, GA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 31405, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Savannah Arts Academy
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
500 Washington Ave
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 395-5000
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 395-5000
Gr: 9-12 | 801 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
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 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
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 | 636 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #44.
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 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #55.
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 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
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 | 973 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #77.
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 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #88.
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 | 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #99.
Savannah-chatham E-learning Academy
(Math: 12% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3609 Hopkins Streeet
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 395-5516
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 395-5516
Gr: 1-12 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #1010.
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 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1111.
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 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
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 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 31405, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 31405, GA include Savannah Arts Academy, Jacob G. Smith Elementary School and Heard Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 31405?
12 public schools are located in 31405.
What percentage of students in 31405 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 31405 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 31405?
31405 public schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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