For the 2025-26 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.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø 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 ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: 9-12 | 3,210 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
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
Gr: PK-5 | 926 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
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
Gr: PK-5 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
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
Gr: PK-5 | 597 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
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
Gr: 6-8 | 822 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
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
Gr: 9-12 | 2,496 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
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
Gr: PK-5 | 917 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
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
Gr: PK-5 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
31601, Georgia ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1450 Howell Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8520
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8520
Gr: PK-5 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
1500 Lankford Drive
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2289
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2289
Gr: PK-5 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
930 Lake Park Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8597
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8597
Gr: 6-12 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Valdosta City Alternativeevening (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
104 East Force Street
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8597
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8597
813 West Gordon Street
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8570
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8570
Gr: 4-5 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
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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