For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,054 students in 31705, GA (there are , serving 185 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 31705, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 31705, GA are International Studies Elementary Charter School, Radium Springs Elementary School and Robert H Harvey Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 31705 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 13% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 31705, GA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31705, GA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
International Studies Elementary Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2237 Cutts Dr
Albany, GA 31705
(229) 431-3384
Albany, GA 31705
(229) 431-3384
Gr: PK-5 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Radium Springs Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Roxanna Rd
Albany, GA 31705
(229) 431-3395
Albany, GA 31705
(229) 431-3395
Gr: PK-5 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Robert H Harvey Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1305 E 2nd Ave
Albany, GA 31705
(229) 431-3367
Albany, GA 31705
(229) 431-3367
Gr: PK-5 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Morningside Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
120 Sunset Ln
Albany, GA 31705
(229) 431-3387
Albany, GA 31705
(229) 431-3387
Gr: PK-5 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Turner Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2001 Leonard Ave
Albany, GA 31705
(229) 431-3406
Albany, GA 31705
(229) 431-3406
Gr: PK-5 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Albany Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1700 Cordell Ave
Albany, GA 31705
(229) 431-3325
Albany, GA 31705
(229) 431-3325
Gr: 6-8 | 819 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
Dougherty Comprehensive High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1800 Pearce Ave
Albany, GA 31705
(229) 431-3310
Albany, GA 31705
(229) 431-3310
Gr: 9-12 | 1,186 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Radium Springs Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2600 Radium Springs Rd
Albany, GA 31705
(229) 431-3346
Albany, GA 31705
(229) 431-3346
Gr: 6-8 | 832 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #99.
South Georgia Regional Achievement Center- The Phoenix
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1800 Massey Drive
Albany, GA 31705
(229) 431-1218
Albany, GA 31705
(229) 431-1218
Gr: 6-12 | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 72:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
31705, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1800 Massey Dr
Albany, GA 31705
(229) 431-3328
Albany, GA 31705
(229) 431-3328
Gr: 6-8 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
1305 East Second Street
Albany, GA 31705
(229) 431-3367
Albany, GA 31705
(229) 431-3367
Gr: PK-5 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
1520 Cordell Avenue
Albany, GA 31705
(229) 431-3400
Albany, GA 31705
(229) 431-3400
Gr: PK-5 | 282 students Minority enrollment: 94%
2600 Trenton Ln
Albany, GA 31705
(229) 431-3403
Albany, GA 31705
(229) 431-3403
Gr: PK-5 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 31705, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 31705, GA include International Studies Elementary Charter School, Radium Springs Elementary School and Robert H Harvey Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 31705?
9 public schools are located in 31705.
What percentage of students in 31705 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 31705 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 31705?
31705 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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