For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 768 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 34%), 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 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public middle school average of 64% (majority Black).
Best 31503, GA Public Middle Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
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 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, GA?
2 public middle schools are located in 31503, GA.
What is the racial composition of students in 31503, GA?
31503, GA public middle schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public middle schools average of 64% (majority Black).
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