For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 6,229 students in 31909, GA (there are , serving 920 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 31909, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 31909, GA are Britt David Elementary Computer Magnet Academy, North Columbus Elementary School and Blackmon Road Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 31909 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 31909, GA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31909, GA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Britt David Elementary Computer Magnet Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 98% | Reading: 94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
5801 Armour Rd
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-2617
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-2617
Gr: K-5 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
North Columbus Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2006 Old Guard Rd
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-3183
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-3183
Gr: PK-5 | 746 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #33.
Blackmon Road Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7251 Blackmon Rd
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 565-2998
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 565-2998
Gr: 6-8 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #44.
Northside High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2002 American Way
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-2920
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-2920
Gr: 9-12 | 1,417 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #55.
Eagle Ridge Academy
(Math: 32% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7576 Raider Way
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 569-3746
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 569-3746
Gr: PK-5 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #66.
Veterans Memorial Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2008 Old Guard Rd
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-3203
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-3203
Gr: 6-8 | 658 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #77.
Blanchard Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3512 Weems Rd
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-2461
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-2461
Gr: PK-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #88.
Shaw High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7579 Raider Way
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 569-3638
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 569-3638
Gr: 9-12 | 1,220 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 31909, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 31909, GA include Britt David Elementary Computer Magnet Academy, North Columbus Elementary School and Blackmon Road Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 31909?
8 public schools are located in 31909.
What percentage of students in 31909 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 31909 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 31909?
31909 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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