For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,032 students in 31537, GA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 31537, GA are Folkston Elementary School and Bethune Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 31537 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 31537, GA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public elementary school average of 64% (majority Black).
Best 31537, GA Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Folkston Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
34754 Okefenokee Dr
Folkston, GA 31537
(912) 496-7369
Folkston, GA 31537
(912) 496-7369
Grades: PK-3
| 469 students
Rank: #22.
Bethune Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
285 Little Phoebe Church Rd
Folkston, GA 31537
(912) 496-2360
Folkston, GA 31537
(912) 496-2360
Grades: 4-8
| 563 students
31537, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
204 Mary M Bethune Dr
Folkston, GA 31537
(912) 496-7369
Folkston, GA 31537
(912) 496-7369
Grades: PK-2
| n/a students
Charlton Alternative School Program (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
500 Indian Trl
Folkston, GA 31537
(912) 496-2501
Folkston, GA 31537
(912) 496-2501
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 31537, GA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 31537, GA include Folkston Elementary School and Bethune Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 31537?
2 public elementary schools are located in 31537.
What is the racial composition of students in 31537?
31537 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 64% (majority Black).
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