For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,688 students in 31707, GA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 31707, GA are Lake Park Elementary School, Sherwood Acres Elementary School and Merry Acres Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 31707 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 31707, GA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public elementary school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 31707, GA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Park Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
605 Meadowlark Dr
Albany, GA 31707
(229) 431-3370
Albany, GA 31707
(229) 431-3370
Gr: PK-5 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Sherwood Acres Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2201 Doncaster Dr
Albany, GA 31707
(229) 431-3397
Albany, GA 31707
(229) 431-3397
Gr: PK-5 | 630 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Merry Acres Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1601 Florence Dr
Albany, GA 31707
(229) 431-3338
Albany, GA 31707
(229) 431-3338
Gr: 6-8 | 807 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
West Town Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1113 University St
Albany, GA 31707
(229) 431-3409
Albany, GA 31707
(229) 431-3409
Gr: PK-5 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Alice Coachman Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1425 W Oakridge Dr
Albany, GA 31707
(229) 431-3488
Albany, GA 31707
(229) 431-3488
Gr: PK-5 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 31707, GA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 31707, GA include Lake Park Elementary School, Sherwood Acres Elementary School and Merry Acres Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 31707?
5 public elementary schools are located in 31707.
What is the racial composition of students in 31707?
31707 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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