For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 856 students in 31602, GA.
The top ranked public charter school in 31602, GA is Scintilla Charter Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 31602 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Georgia public charter school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 42% statewide average). Charter schools in 31602, GA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Georgia public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public charter school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 31602, GA Public Charter Schools (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%
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 charter schools in 31602, GA?
The top ranked public charter schools in 31602, GA include Scintilla Charter Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 31602?
1 public charter schools are located in 31602.
What is the racial composition of students in 31602?
31602 public charter schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public charter schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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