For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,197 students in 31516, GA (there are , serving 97 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 31516, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 31516, GA are Pierce County High School, Midway Elementary School and Pierce County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 31516 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Georgia public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 31516, GA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31516, GA ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pierce County High School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4850 County Farm Rd
Blackshear, GA 31516
(912) 449-2055
Blackshear, GA 31516
(912) 449-2055
Grades: 9-12
| 1,062 students
Rank: #22.
Midway Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3244 Midway Church Rd
Blackshear, GA 31516
(912) 807-0084
Blackshear, GA 31516
(912) 807-0084
Grades: PK-5
| 479 students
Rank: #33.
Pierce County Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5216 County Farm Rd
Blackshear, GA 31516
(912) 449-2077
Blackshear, GA 31516
(912) 449-2077
Grades: 6-8
| 811 students
Rank: #44.
Blackshear Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5217 Ga Highway 121
Blackshear, GA 31516
(912) 449-2088
Blackshear, GA 31516
(912) 449-2088
Grades: PK-5
| 845 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 31516, GA?
The top ranked public schools in 31516, GA include Pierce County High School, Midway Elementary School and Pierce County Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 31516?
4 public schools are located in 31516.
What percentage of students in 31516 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 31516 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 31516?
31516 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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