For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,643 students in 31602, GA (there are , serving 457 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 31602, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 31602, GA are Scintilla Charter Academy, Valdosta Middle School and W.g. Nunn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 31602 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 31602, GA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31602, GA 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Scintilla Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2171 E Park Ave
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 244-5750
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 244-5750
Gr: K-9 | 856 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Valdosta Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
110 Burton St
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 333-8555
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 333-8555
Gr: 6-8 | 1,071 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
W.g. Nunn Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1610 Lakeland Ave
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 333-8515
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 333-8515
Gr: PK-5 | 940 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Newbern Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2015 E Park Ave
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 333-8566
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 333-8566
Gr: 6-8 | 776 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Valdosta Early College Academy
Alternative School
1605 Azalea Dr
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 333-8500
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 333-8500
31602, Georgia 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Horizon Academy (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
3103 N Forrest St
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 333-5227
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 333-5227
1605 Azalea Drive
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 333-8525
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 333-8525
Gr: K-3 | 649 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 31602, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 31602, GA include Scintilla Charter Academy, Valdosta Middle School and W.g. Nunn Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 31602?
5 public schools are located in 31602.
What percentage of students in 31602 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 31602 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 31602?
31602 public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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