For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,532 students in 31501, GA.
The top ranked public schools in 31501, GA are Williams Heights Elementary School, Waycross Middle School and Center Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 31501 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Georgia public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in 31501, GA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 63% (majority Black).
Best 31501, GA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Williams Heights Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
705 Dewey St
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 287-2399
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 287-2399
Grades: K-5
| 437 students
Rank: #22.
Waycross Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
700 Central Ave
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 287-2333
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 287-2333
Grades: 6-8
| 616 students
Rank: #33.
Center Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2114 Dorothy St
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 287-2366
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 287-2366
Grades: K-5
| 479 students
31501, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
701 Morton Avenue
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 287-2311
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 287-2311
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1301 Bailey Street
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 283-8656
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 283-8656
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Harrell Psychoeducational Program (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
1310 Bailey St
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 285-6151
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 285-6151
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 31501, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 31501, GA include Williams Heights Elementary School, Waycross Middle School and Center Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 31501, GA?
3 public schools are located in 31501, GA.
What is the racial composition of students in 31501, GA?
31501, GA public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 63% (majority Black).
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