For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,402 students in 31558, GA (there are , serving 146 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 31558, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 31558, GA are Sugarmill Elementary School, Mary Lee Clark Elementary School and Crooked River Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 31558 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Georgia public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 31558, GA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31558, GA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sugarmill Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2885 Winding Rd
Saint Marys, GA 31558
(912) 882-8191
Saint Marys, GA 31558
(912) 882-8191
Grades: PK-5
| 661 students
Rank: #22.
Mary Lee Clark Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2900 Mickler Dr
Saint Marys, GA 31558
(912) 882-4373
Saint Marys, GA 31558
(912) 882-4373
Grades: PK-5
| 455 students
Rank: #33.
Crooked River Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3570 Charlie Smith Sr Hwy
Saint Marys, GA 31558
(912) 673-6995
Saint Marys, GA 31558
(912) 673-6995
Grades: PK-5
| 603 students
Rank: #44.
Saint Marys Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
600 Osborne St
Saint Marys, GA 31558
(912) 882-4839
Saint Marys, GA 31558
(912) 882-4839
Grades: PK-5
| 580 students
Rank: #55.
Saint Marys Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
205 Martha Dr
Saint Marys, GA 31558
(912) 882-8626
Saint Marys, GA 31558
(912) 882-8626
Grades: 6-8
| 1,103 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 31558, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 31558, GA include Sugarmill Elementary School, Mary Lee Clark Elementary School and Crooked River Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 31558?
5 public schools are located in 31558.
What percentage of students in 31558 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 31558 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 31558?
31558 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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