For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,402 students in 31816, GA.
The top-ranked public schools in 31816, GA are Mountain View Elementary School, Manchester High School and Manchester Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 31816 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 31816, GA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 31816, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mountain View Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2600 Judson Bulloch Rd
Manchester, GA 31816
(706) 655-3969
Manchester, GA 31816
(706) 655-3969
Gr: PK-5 | 681 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Manchester High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
405 N 5th Ave
Manchester, GA 31816
(706) 846-8445
Manchester, GA 31816
(706) 846-8445
Gr: 9-12 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #33.
Manchester Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
231 W Perry St
Manchester, GA 31816
(706) 846-2846
Manchester, GA 31816
(706) 846-2846
Gr: 6-8 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 31816, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 31816, GA include Mountain View Elementary School, Manchester High School and Manchester Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 31816?
3 public schools are located in 31816.
What is the racial composition of students in 31816?
31816 public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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