For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,486 students in 31217, GA (there are 1 private school, serving 26 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 31217, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 31217, GA are Macon Youth Development Campus, Mattie Wells Elementary School and Burdell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 31217 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Georgia public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 31217, GA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 64% (majority Black).
Best 31217, GA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Macon Youth Development Campus
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4160 Riggins Mill Rd
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 751-3432
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 751-3432
Grades: 9-11
| 17 students
Rank: #22.
Mattie Wells Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
101 Mattie Wells Dr
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 742-5959
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 742-5959
Grades: PK-5
| 596 students
Rank: #33.
Burdell Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
972 Fort Hill St
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 779-2937
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 779-2937
Grades: PK-5
| 442 students
Rank: #44.
Bernd Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4160 Ocmulgee East Blvd
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 779-2730
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 779-2730
Grades: PK-5
| 415 students
Rank: n/an/a
Macon Regional Youth Detention Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
4164 Riggins Mill Rd
Macon, GA 31217
(912) 751-3400
Macon, GA 31217
(912) 751-3400
Grades: 7-11
| 16 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 31217, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 31217, GA include Macon Youth Development Campus, Mattie Wells Elementary School and Burdell Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 31217?
5 public schools are located in 31217.
What percentage of students in 31217 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 31217 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 31217?
31217 public schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 64% (majority Black).
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