For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,626 students in 31211, GA.
The top-ranked public schools in 31211, GA are Clifton Ridge Middle School, Martin Luther King Jr Elementary School and Appling Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 31211 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 31211, GA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31211, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clifton Ridge Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
169 Dusty Ln
Macon, GA 31211
(478) 743-5182
Macon, GA 31211
(478) 743-5182
Gr: 6-8 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Martin Luther King Jr Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1307 Shurling Dr
Macon, GA 31211
(478) 779-2100
Macon, GA 31211
(478) 779-2100
Gr: PK-5 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Appling Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1646b Upper River Rd
Macon, GA 31211
(478) 779-2200
Macon, GA 31211
(478) 779-2200
Gr: 6-8 | 676 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Northeast High School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1646 Upper River Rd
Macon, GA 31211
(478) 779-4157
Macon, GA 31211
(478) 779-4157
Gr: 9-12 | 790 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
31211, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
990 Shurling Drive
Macon, GA 31211
(478) 751-6733
Macon, GA 31211
(478) 751-6733
Gr: K-6 | 584 students Minority enrollment: 98%
2350 Alandale Dr
Macon, GA 31211
(478) 779-3600
Macon, GA 31211
(478) 779-3600
Gr: PK-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
1301 Shurling Dr
Macon, GA 31211
(478) 779-2100
Macon, GA 31211
(478) 779-2100
Gr: PK-5 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
1307 Shurling Drive
Macon, GA 31211
(478) 751-6742
Macon, GA 31211
(478) 751-6742
Gr: 3-6 | 246 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 31211, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 31211, GA include Clifton Ridge Middle School, Martin Luther King Jr Elementary School and Appling Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 31211?
4 public schools are located in 31211.
What is the racial composition of students in 31211?
31211 public schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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