For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,880 students in 31503, GA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 31503, GA are Ruskin Elementary School, Wacona Elementary School and Memorial Drive Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 31503 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 31503, GA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public elementary school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31503, GA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ruskin Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3550 Valdosta Hwy
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2325
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2325
Gr: K-5 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Wacona Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3101 State St
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2362
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2362
Gr: PK-5 | 963 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Memorial Drive Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2580 Ambrose St
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2327
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2327
Gr: K-5 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #44.
Waresboro Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3379 W Church St
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2393
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2393
Gr: K-5 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
Ware County Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2301 Cherokee St
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2341
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-2341
Gr: 6-8 | 739 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: n/an/a
Waycross Regional Youth Detention Center
Alternative School
3275 Harris Rd
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-6680
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-6680
Gr: 5-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
31503, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Ware County Alternative School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
950 New Mexico Avenue
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 283-8656
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 283-8656
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 31503, GA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 31503, GA include Ruskin Elementary School, Wacona Elementary School and Memorial Drive Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 31503?
6 public elementary schools are located in 31503.
What is the racial composition of students in 31503?
31503 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Black).