For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,866 students in 31523, GA (there are , serving 12 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 31523, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 31523, GA are Satilla Marsh Elementary School, Jane Macon Middle School and Risley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 31523 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 31523, GA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31523, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Satilla Marsh Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
360 S Port Pkwy
Brunswick, GA 31523
(912) 265-3675
Brunswick, GA 31523
(912) 265-3675
Gr: PK-5 | 741 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Jane Macon Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
201 Mckenzie Dr
Brunswick, GA 31523
(912) 265-3337
Brunswick, GA 31523
(912) 265-3337
Gr: 6-8 | 757 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
Risley Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
707 Southport Pkwy
Brunswick, GA 31523
(912) 267-4100
Brunswick, GA 31523
(912) 267-4100
Gr: 6-8 | 638 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #44.
Sterling Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 Mckenzie Ln
Brunswick, GA 31523
(912) 279-1509
Brunswick, GA 31523
(912) 279-1509
Gr: PK-5 | 730 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 31523, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 31523, GA include Satilla Marsh Elementary School, Jane Macon Middle School and Risley Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 31523?
4 public schools are located in 31523.
What percentage of students in 31523 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 31523 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 31523?
31523 public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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