For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 3,302 students in 31605, GA.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 31605 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 31605, GA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public elementary school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31605, GA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
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
| 645 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
| 863 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
| 697 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
| 1,097 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 31605, GA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 31605, GA include Pine Grove Elementary School, Dewar Elementary School and Pine Grove Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 31605?
4 public elementary schools are located in 31605.
What is the racial composition of students in 31605?
31605 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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