For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 4,952 students in 31601, GA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 31601, GA are Westside Elementary School, Moulton-branch Elementary School and Clyattville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 31601 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 31601, GA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Georgia public elementary school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 31601, GA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Westside Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2470 James Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2289
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2289
Gr: PK-5 | 904 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Moulton-branch Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5725 Inner Perimeter Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2294
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2294
Gr: PK-5 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Clyattville Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5386 Madison Hwy
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 316-8602
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 316-8602
Gr: PK-5 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #44.
Lowndes Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2379 Copeland Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2280
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2280
Gr: 6-8 | 818 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #55.
S.l. Mason Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
821 W Gordon St
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8525
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8525
Gr: PK-5 | 881 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #66.
J. L. Lomax Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1450 Howell Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8520
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8520
Gr: PK-5 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Pinevale Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
930 Lake Park Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8535
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8535
Gr: PK-5 | 565 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 31601, GA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 31601, GA include Westside Elementary School, Moulton-branch Elementary School and Clyattville Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 31601?
7 public elementary schools are located in 31601.
What is the racial composition of students in 31601?
31601 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Georgia public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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