For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 35 students in 31217, GA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 31217, GA is Macon Youth Development Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 31217 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Georgia public middle school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 31217, GA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Georgia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public middle school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 31217, GA Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Macon Youth Development Campus
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4160 Riggins Mill Rd
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 751-3432
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 751-3432
Gr: 5-12 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
Department Of Juvenile Justice Bibb Etc
Special Education School
4160 Riggins Mill Rd
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 207-1401
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 207-1401
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
Macon Regional Youth Detention Center
Alternative School
4164 Riggins Mill Rd
Macon, GA 31217
(912) 751-3400
Macon, GA 31217
(912) 751-3400
Gr: 5-12 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 31217, GA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 31217, GA include Macon Youth Development Campus.
How many public middle schools are located in 31217?
3 public middle schools are located in 31217.
What is the racial composition of students in 31217?
31217 public middle schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public middle schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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