For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,287 students in 31721, GA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 31721, GA are Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet and Live Oak Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 31721 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 31721, GA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public elementary school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31721, GA Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
324 Lockett Station Rd
Albany, GA 31721
(229) 431-3362
Albany, GA 31721
(229) 431-3362
Gr: 6-8 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Live Oak Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4529 Gillionville Rd
Albany, GA 31721
(229) 431-1209
Albany, GA 31721
(229) 431-1209
Gr: PK-5 | 780 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 31721, GA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 31721, GA include Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet and Live Oak Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 31721?
2 public elementary schools are located in 31721.
What is the racial composition of students in 31721?
31721 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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