For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 2,983 students in 31329, GA.
The top-ranked public schools in 31329, GA are Springfield Elementary School and Effingham County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 31329 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 31329, GA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31329, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Springfield Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
300 Old Dixie Hwy S
Springfield, GA 31329
(912) 754-3326
Springfield, GA 31329
(912) 754-3326
Gr: PK-5 | 819 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Effingham County High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1589 Ga Highway 119 S
Springfield, GA 31329
(912) 754-6404
Springfield, GA 31329
(912) 754-6404
Gr: 9-12 | 2,164 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
31329, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Central Learning Center (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
434 Wallace Dr
Springfield, GA 31329
(912) 754-6417
Springfield, GA 31329
(912) 754-6417
Effingham County Evening Education Program (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
1589 Highway 119 South
Springfield, GA 31329
(912) 754-6491
Springfield, GA 31329
(912) 754-6491
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 31329, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 31329, GA include Springfield Elementary School and Effingham County High School.
How many public schools are located in 31329?
2 public schools are located in 31329.
What is the racial composition of students in 31329?
31329 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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