For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 3,302 students in 31605, GA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 31605, GA are Pine Grove Elementary School, Dewar Elementary School and Pine Grove Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 31605 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 31605, GA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public elementary school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31605, GA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pine Grove Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4175 River Rd
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 245-2297
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 245-2297
Gr: PK-5 | 645 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Dewar Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3539 Mount Zion Church Rd
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 219-1370
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 219-1370
Gr: PK-5 | 863 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Pine Grove Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4159 River Rd
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 219-3234
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 219-3234
Gr: 6-8 | 697 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #44.
Sallas Mahone Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3686 Lake Laurie Dr
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 333-8530
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 333-8530
Gr: PK-5 | 1,097 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 31605, GA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 31605, GA include Pine Grove Elementary School, Dewar Elementary School and Pine Grove Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 31605?
4 public elementary schools are located in 31605.
What is the racial composition of students in 31605?
31605 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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