For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,834 students in 31211, GA.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 31211 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 31211, GA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public elementary school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 31211, GA Public Elementary 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 | 482 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 | 675 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
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 | 677 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 31211, GA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 31211, GA include Clifton Ridge Middle School, Martin Luther King Jr Elementary School and Appling Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 31211?
3 public elementary schools are located in 31211.
What is the racial composition of students in 31211?
31211 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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