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Public School Review - Established 2003

Best 31501 Georgia Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,512 students in 31501, GA.
The top-ranked public schools in 31501, GA are Williams Heights Elementary School, Center Elementary School and Waycross Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 31501 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 31501, GA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).

Best 31501, GA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Williams Heights Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
705 Dewey St
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 287-2399
Gr: K-5 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
Center Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2114 Dorothy St
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 287-2366
Gr: K-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #33.
Waycross Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
700 Central Ave
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 287-2333
Gr: 6-8 | 606 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 63%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 31501, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 31501, GA include Williams Heights Elementary School, Center Elementary School and Waycross Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 31501?
3 public schools are located in 31501.
What is the racial composition of students in 31501?
31501 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).

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