For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,129 students in 31516, GA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 31516, GA are Midway Elementary School, Pierce County Middle School and Blackshear Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 31516 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 31516, GA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public elementary school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 31516, GA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Midway Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3244 Midway Church Rd
Blackshear, GA 31516
(912) 807-0084
Blackshear, GA 31516
(912) 807-0084
Gr: PK-5 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Pierce County Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5216 County Farm Rd
Blackshear, GA 31516
(912) 449-2077
Blackshear, GA 31516
(912) 449-2077
Gr: 6-8 | 825 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Blackshear Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5217 Ga Highway 121
Blackshear, GA 31516
(912) 449-2088
Blackshear, GA 31516
(912) 449-2088
Gr: PK-5 | 820 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 31516, GA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 31516, GA include Midway Elementary School, Pierce County Middle School and Blackshear Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 31516?
3 public elementary schools are located in 31516.
What is the racial composition of students in 31516?
31516 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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