For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,035 students in 31537, GA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 31537, GA are Folkston Elementary School and Bethune Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 31537 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 31537, GA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public elementary school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31537, GA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Folkston Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
34754 Okefenokee Dr
Folkston, GA 31537
(912) 496-7369
Folkston, GA 31537
(912) 496-7369
Gr: PK-4 | 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Bethune Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
285 Little Phoebe Church Rd
Folkston, GA 31537
(912) 496-2360
Folkston, GA 31537
(912) 496-2360
Gr: 5-8 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
31537, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
204 Mary M Bethune Dr
Folkston, GA 31537
(912) 496-7369
Folkston, GA 31537
(912) 496-7369
Gr: PK-2
Charlton Alternative School Program (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
500 Indian Trl
Folkston, GA 31537
(912) 496-2501
Folkston, GA 31537
(912) 496-2501
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 31537, GA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 31537, GA include Folkston Elementary School and Bethune Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 31537?
2 public elementary schools are located in 31537.
What is the racial composition of students in 31537?
31537 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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