For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 759 students in 31503, GA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 31503, GA is Ware County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 31503 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Georgia public middle school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 31503, GA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public middle school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 31503, GA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ware County Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2301 Cherokee St
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2341
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2341
Gr: 6-8 | 752 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
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
Gr: 5-12 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
31503, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Ware County Alternative School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
950 New Mexico Avenue
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 283-8656
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 283-8656
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 31503, GA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 31503, GA include Ware County Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 31503?
2 public middle schools are located in 31503.
What is the racial composition of students in 31503?
31503 public middle schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public middle schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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