For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,415 students in 31503, GA (there are 1 private school, serving 169 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 31503, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 31503, GA are Ware County High School, Ruskin Elementary School and Wacona Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 31503 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 31503, GA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 31503, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ware County High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
700 Victory Dr
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2351
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2351
Gr: 9-12 | 1,633 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Ruskin Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3550 Valdosta Hwy
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2325
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2325
Gr: K-5 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Wacona Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3101 State St
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2362
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2362
Gr: PK-5 | 885 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #44.
Memorial Drive Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2580 Ambrose St
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2327
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2327
Gr: K-5 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #55.
Waresboro Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3379 W Church St
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2393
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2393
Gr: K-5 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #66.
Ware County Middle 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
Gr: 6-8 | 752 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: n/an/a
Waycross Regional Youth Detention Center
Alternative School
3275 Harris Rd
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-6680
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-6680
Gr: 5-12 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 31503, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 31503, GA include Ware County High School, Ruskin Elementary School and Wacona Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 31503?
7 public schools are located in 31503.
What percentage of students in 31503 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 31503 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 31503?
31503 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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