For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,453 students in 31217, GA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 31217, GA are Mattie Wells Elementary School, Burdell Elementary School and Bernd Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 31217 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 31217, GA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public elementary school average of 64% (majority Black).
Best 31217, GA Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 31217, GA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 31217, GA include Mattie Wells Elementary School, Burdell Elementary School and Bernd Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 31217?
3 public elementary schools are located in 31217.
What is the racial composition of students in 31217?
31217 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 64% (majority Black).
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