For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 708 students in 31901, GA (there are , serving 599 private students). 54% of all K-12 students in 31901, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
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 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31901, GA 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
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 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
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 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
31901, Georgia 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Elmo Center For Gifted Education (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2101 18th Ave
Columbus, GA 31901
(706) 748-3115
Columbus, GA 31901
(706) 748-3115
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?
54% of all K-12 students in 31901 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 31901?
31901 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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