For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,491 students in 31501, GA.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 31501 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 31501, GA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public elementary school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31501, GA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Williams Heights Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
705 Dewey St
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 287-2399
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 287-2399
Gr: K-5 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Center Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2114 Dorothy St
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 287-2366
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 287-2366
Gr: K-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Waycross Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
700 Central Ave
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 287-2333
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 287-2333
Gr: 6-8 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
31501, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Harrell Psychoeducational Program (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1310 Bailey St
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 285-6151
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 285-6151
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 31501, GA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 31501, GA include Williams Heights Elementary School, Center Elementary School and Waycross Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 31501?
3 public elementary schools are located in 31501.
What is the racial composition of students in 31501?
31501 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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