For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,132 students in 31904, GA (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,200 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 31904, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 31904, GA are Double Churches Elementary School, Allen Elementary School and Johnson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 31904 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 31904, GA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 31904, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Double Churches Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1213 Double Churches Rd
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2660
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2660
Gr: PK-5 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Allen Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5201 23rd Ave
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2418
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2418
Gr: K-5 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #33.
Johnson Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3700 Woodlawn Ave
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2795
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2795
Gr: K-5 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #44.
Double Churches Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7611 Whitesville Rd
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2678
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2678
Gr: 6-8 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #55.
River Road Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
516 Heath Dr
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-3072
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-3072
Gr: PK-5 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #66.
Jordan Vocational High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3200 Howard Ave
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2819
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2819
Gr: 9-12 | 1,040 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #77.
Arnold Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2011 51st St
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2436
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2436
Gr: 6-8 | 582 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #88.
Fox Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
600 38th St
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2723
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2723
Gr: PK-5 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 31904, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 31904, GA include Double Churches Elementary School, Allen Elementary School and Johnson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 31904?
8 public schools are located in 31904.
What percentage of students in 31904 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 31904 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 31904?
31904 public schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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