For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,355 students in 31605, GA (there are 3 private schools, serving 297 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 31605, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 31605, GA are Pine Grove Elementary School, Dewar Elementary School and Pine Grove Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 31605 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 31605, GA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 31605, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pine Grove Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4175 River Rd
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 245-2297
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 245-2297
Gr: PK-5 | 756 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Dewar Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3539 Mount Zion Church Rd
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 219-1370
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 219-1370
Gr: PK-5 | 821 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #33.
Pine Grove Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4159 River Rd
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 219-3234
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 219-3234
Gr: 6-8 | 733 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Sallas Mahone Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3686 Lake Laurie Dr
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 333-8530
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 333-8530
Gr: PK-5 | 1,045 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 31605, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 31605, GA include Pine Grove Elementary School, Dewar Elementary School and Pine Grove Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 31605?
4 public schools are located in 31605.
What percentage of students in 31605 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 31605 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 31605?
31605 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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