For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 704 students in 31901, GA (there are 1 private school, serving 584 private students). 56% of all K-12 students in 31901, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 31901, GA are Downtown Elementary Magnet Academy and Hannan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 31901 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 31901, GA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 31901, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Downtown Elementary Magnet Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1400 1st Ave
Columbus, GA 31901
(706) 748-2702
Columbus, GA 31901
(706) 748-2702
Gr: PK-5 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Hannan Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1338 Talbotton Rd
Columbus, GA 31901
(706) 748-2744
Columbus, GA 31901
(706) 748-2744
Gr: K-5 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 31901, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 31901, GA include Downtown Elementary Magnet Academy and Hannan Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 31901?
2 public schools are located in 31901.
What percentage of students in 31901 go to public school?
56% of all K-12 students in 31901 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 31901?
31901 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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