For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,895 students in 31503, GA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 31503, GA are Wacona Elementary School, Ruskin Elementary School and Waresboro Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 31503 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 31503, GA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public elementary school average of 64% (majority Black).
Best 31503, GA Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wacona Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3101 State St
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2362
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2362
Grades: PK-5
| 937 students
Rank: #22.
Ruskin Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3550 Valdosta Hwy
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2325
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2325
Grades: K-5
| 379 students
Rank: #33.
Waresboro Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3379 W Church St
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2393
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2393
Grades: K-5
| 443 students
Rank: #44.
Ware County Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2301 Cherokee St
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2341
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2341
Grades: 6-8
| 783 students
Rank: #55.
Memorial Drive Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2580 Ambrose St
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2327
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2327
Grades: K-5
| 353 students
31503, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Ware County Alternative School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
950 New Mexico Avenue
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 283-8656
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 283-8656
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 31503, GA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 31503, GA include Wacona Elementary School, Ruskin Elementary School and Waresboro Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 31503?
5 public elementary schools are located in 31503.
What is the racial composition of students in 31503?
31503 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 64% (majority Black).
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