For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 585 students in 31709, GA (there are 2 private schools, serving 678 private students). 66% of all K-12 students in 31709, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public school in 31709, GA is Furlow Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 31709 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 31709, GA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 31709, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Furlow Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
63 Valley Dr
Americus, GA 31709
(229) 931-8667
Americus, GA 31709
(229) 931-8667
Gr: K-12 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
31709, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
805 Harrold Ave
Americus, GA 31709
(229) 924-3653
Americus, GA 31709
(229) 924-3653
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 31709, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 31709, GA include Furlow Charter School.
How many public schools are located in 31709?
1 public schools are located in 31709.
What percentage of students in 31709 go to public school?
66% of all K-12 students in 31709 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 31709?
31709 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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