For the 2025-26 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 91%).
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 (2025-26)
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 91%).
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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