For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 10,090 students in 31601, GA (there are , serving 588 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 31601, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 31601, GA are Lowndes High School, Westside Elementary School and Moulton-branch Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 31601 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 31601, GA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31601, GA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lowndes High School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1606 Norman Dr
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2260
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2260
Grades: 9-12
| 3,210 students
Rank: #22.
Westside Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2470 James Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2289
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2289
Grades: PK-5
| 926 students
Rank: #33.
Moulton-branch Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5725 Inner Perimeter Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2294
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2294
Grades: PK-5
| 550 students
Rank: #44.
Clyattville Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5386 Madison Hwy
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 316-8602
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 316-8602
Grades: PK-5
| 597 students
Rank: #55.
Lowndes Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2379 Copeland Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2280
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2280
Grades: 6-8
| 822 students
Rank: #66.
Valdosta High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4590 Inner Perimeter Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8540
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8540
Grades: 9-12
| 2,496 students
Rank: #77.
S.l. Mason Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
821 W Gordon St
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8525
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8525
Grades: PK-5
| 917 students
Rank: #88.
Pinevale Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
930 Lake Park Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8535
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8535
Grades: PK-5
| 572 students
31601, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Horizon Academy (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
2462 James Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(912) 333-5227
Valdosta, GA 31601
(912) 333-5227
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1450 Howell Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8520
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8520
Grades: PK-5
| 537 students
1500 Lankford Drive
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2289
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2289
Grades: PK-5
| 407 students
930 Lake Park Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8597
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8597
Grades: 6-12
| 218 students
Valdosta City Alternativeevening (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
104 East Force Street
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8597
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8597
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
813 West Gordon Street
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8570
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8570
Grades: 4-5
| 593 students
Westside School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
2470 James Road
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2250
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2250
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 31601, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 31601, GA include Lowndes High School, Westside Elementary School and Moulton-branch Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 31601?
8 public schools are located in 31601.
What percentage of students in 31601 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 31601 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 31601?
31601 public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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