For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,302 students in 31605, GA (there are , serving 380 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 31605, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 31605, GA are Pine Grove Elementary School, Dewar Elementary School and Pine Grove Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 31605 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 31605, GA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31605, GA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pine Grove Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4175 River Rd
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 245-2297
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 245-2297
Gr: PK-5 | 645 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Dewar Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3539 Mount Zion Church Rd
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 219-1370
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 219-1370
Gr: PK-5 | 863 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Pine Grove Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4159 River Rd
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 219-3234
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 219-3234
Gr: 6-8 | 697 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #44.
Sallas Mahone Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3686 Lake Laurie Dr
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 333-8530
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 333-8530
Gr: PK-5 | 1,097 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 31605, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 31605, GA include Pine Grove Elementary School, Dewar Elementary School and Pine Grove Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 31605?
4 public schools are located in 31605.
What percentage of students in 31605 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 31605 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 31605?
31605 public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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