For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 856 students in 31602, GA.
The top-ranked public charter school in 31602, GA is Scintilla Charter Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 31602 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Georgia public charter school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 42% statewide average). Charter schools in 31602, GA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Georgia public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public charter school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 31602, GA Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Scintilla Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2171 E Park Ave
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 244-5750
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 244-5750
Gr: K-9 | 856 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
31602, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Horizon Academy (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
3103 N Forrest St
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 333-5227
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 333-5227
1605 Azalea Drive
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 333-8525
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 333-8525
Gr: K-3 | 649 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 31602, GA?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 31602, GA include Scintilla Charter Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 31602?
1 public charter schools are located in 31602.
What is the racial composition of students in 31602?
31602 public charter schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public charter schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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