For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 5,525 students in 31312, GA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 31312, GA are South Effingham Elementary School, South Effingham Middle School and Marlow Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 31312 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 31312, GA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public elementary school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 31312, GA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Effingham Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
767 Kolic Helmey Rd
Guyton, GA 31312
(912) 728-3801
Guyton, GA 31312
(912) 728-3801
Gr: PK-5 | 863 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
South Effingham Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1200 Noel C Conaway Rd
Guyton, GA 31312
(912) 728-7500
Guyton, GA 31312
(912) 728-7500
Gr: 6-8 | 1,161 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Marlow Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5160 Ga Highway 17 S
Guyton, GA 31312
(912) 728-3262
Guyton, GA 31312
(912) 728-3262
Gr: PK-5 | 670 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #44.
Sand Hill Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
199 Stagecoach Ave
Guyton, GA 31312
(912) 728-5112
Guyton, GA 31312
(912) 728-5112
Gr: PK-5 | 881 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #55.
Guyton Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
719 Central Blvd
Guyton, GA 31312
(912) 772-3384
Guyton, GA 31312
(912) 772-3384
Gr: PK-5 | 800 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #66.
Effingham County Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1659 Ga Highway 119 S
Guyton, GA 31312
(912) 772-7001
Guyton, GA 31312
(912) 772-7001
Gr: 6-8 | 1,150 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 31312, GA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 31312, GA include South Effingham Elementary School, South Effingham Middle School and Marlow Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 31312?
6 public elementary schools are located in 31312.
What is the racial composition of students in 31312?
31312 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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