For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 35 students in 31217, GA.
The top ranked public high school in 31217, GA is Macon Youth Development Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 31217 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Georgia public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 31217, GA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Georgia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 31217 have a Graduation Rate of 50%, which is less than the Georgia average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Macon Youth Development Campus, with <50% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Georgia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public high school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31217, GA Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Macon Youth Development Campus
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4160 Riggins Mill Rd
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 751-3432
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 751-3432
Gr: 5-12 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
Department Of Juvenile Justice Bibb Etc
Special Education School
4160 Riggins Mill Rd
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 207-1401
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 207-1401
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
Macon Regional Youth Detention Center
Alternative School
4164 Riggins Mill Rd
Macon, GA 31217
(912) 751-3400
Macon, GA 31217
(912) 751-3400
Gr: 5-12 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 31217, GA?
The top ranked public high schools in 31217, GA include Macon Youth Development Campus.
How many public high schools are located in 31217?
3 public high schools are located in 31217.
What is the racial composition of students in 31217?
31217 public high schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public high schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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