For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,374 students in 31605, GA (there are 3 private schools, serving 297 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 31605, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 31605, GA are Pine Grove Elementary School, Dewar Elementary School and Pine Grove Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 31605 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Georgia public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 31605, GA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Georgia public school average of 63% (majority Black).
Best 31605, GA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pine Grove Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4175 River Rd
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 245-2297
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 245-2297
Grades: PK-5
| 677 students
Rank: #22.
Dewar Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3539 Mount Zion Church Rd
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 219-1370
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 219-1370
Grades: PK-5
| 840 students
Rank: #33.
Pine Grove Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4159 River Rd
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 219-3234
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 219-3234
Grades: 6-8
| 783 students
Rank: #44.
Sallas Mahone Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3686 Lake Laurie Dr
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 333-8530
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 333-8530
Grades: PK-5
| 1,074 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 31605, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 31605, GA include Pine Grove Elementary School, Dewar Elementary School and Pine Grove Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 31605, GA?
4 public schools are located in 31605, GA.
What percentage of students in 31605, GA go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 31605, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 31605, GA?
31605, GA public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Georgia public schools average of 63% (majority Black).
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