For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,101 students in 31904, GA (there are , serving 1,319 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 31904, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 31904, GA are Double Churches Elementary School, Allen Elementary School and Johnson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 31904 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 31904, GA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31904, GA 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Double Churches Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1213 Double Churches Rd
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2660
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2660
Gr: PK-5 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Allen Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5201 23rd Ave
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2418
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2418
Gr: K-5 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
Johnson Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3700 Woodlawn Ave
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2795
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2795
Gr: PK-5 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #44.
Double Churches Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7611 Whitesville Rd
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2678
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2678
Gr: 6-8 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #55.
River Road Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
516 Heath Dr
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-3072
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-3072
Gr: PK-5 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #66.
Jordan Vocational High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3200 Howard Ave
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2819
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2819
Gr: 9-12 | 969 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #77.
Arnold Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2011 51st St
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2436
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2436
Gr: 6-8 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #88.
Fox Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
600 38th St
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2723
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2723
Gr: PK-5 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
31904, Georgia 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Academic And Career Success Center (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
1112 29th St
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2399
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2399
Daniel Middle Alternative School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
1042 Manchester Expy
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2590
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2590
2701 11th Ave
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 565-2965
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 565-2965
Gr: 9-12 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Teenage Parenting Center At Waverly Terrace (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
2701 11th Ave
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-3125
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-3125
Woodall Psychoeducational Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
4312 Harrison Avenue
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 649-0760
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 649-0760
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 31904, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 31904, GA include Double Churches Elementary School, Allen Elementary School and Johnson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 31904?
8 public schools are located in 31904.
What percentage of students in 31904 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 31904 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 31904?
31904 public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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