Best 31501 Georgia Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 606 students in 31501, GA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 31501, GA is Waycross Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 31501 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Georgia public middle school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 31501, GA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public middle school average of 66% (majority Black).

Best 31501, GA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waycross Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
700 Central Ave
Waycross, GA 31501
(912) 287-2333
Gr: 6-8 | 606 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 63%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 31501, GA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 31501, GA include Waycross Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 31501?
1 public middle schools are located in 31501.
What is the racial composition of students in 31501?
31501 public middle schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public middle schools average of 66% (majority Black).

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