For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,504 students in 31503, GA (there are 1 private school, serving 169 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 31503, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 31503, GA are Memorial Drive Elementary School, Waresboro Elementary School and Ruskin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 31503 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Georgia public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in 31503, GA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 63% (majority Black).
Best 31503, GA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Memorial Drive Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2580 Ambrose St
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2327
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2327
Grades: K-5
| 377 students
Rank: #22.
Waresboro Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3379 W Church St
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2393
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2393
Grades: K-5
| 421 students
Rank: #33.
Ruskin Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3550 Valdosta Hwy
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2325
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2325
Grades: K-5
| 391 students
Rank: #44.
Wacona Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3101 State St
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2362
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2362
Grades: PK-5
| 920 students
Rank: #55.
Ware County High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
700 Victory Dr
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2351
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2351
Grades: 9-12
| 1,627 students
Rank: #66.
Ware County Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2301 Cherokee St
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2341
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2341
Grades: 6-8
| 757 students
Rank: n/an/a
Waycross Regional Youth Detention Center
Alternative School
3275 Harris Rd
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-6680
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-6680
Grades: 7-10
| 11 students
31503, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Ware County Alternative School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
950 New Mexico Avenue
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 283-8656
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 283-8656
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 31503, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 31503, GA include Memorial Drive Elementary School, Waresboro Elementary School and Ruskin Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 31503, GA?
7 public schools are located in 31503, GA.
What percentage of students in 31503, GA go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 31503, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 31503, GA?
31503, GA public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 63% (majority Black).
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