For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 2,605 students in 31605, GA.
The top ranked public preschools in 31605, GA are Pine Grove Elementary School, Dewar Elementary School and Sallas Mahone Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 31605 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Georgia public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 31605, GA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public preschool average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31605, GA Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pine Grove Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4175 River Rd
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 245-2297
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 245-2297
Gr: PK-5 | 645 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Dewar Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3539 Mount Zion Church Rd
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 219-1370
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 219-1370
Gr: PK-5 | 863 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Sallas Mahone Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3686 Lake Laurie Dr
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 333-8530
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 333-8530
Gr: PK-5 | 1,097 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 31605, GA?
The top ranked public preschools in 31605, GA include Pine Grove Elementary School, Dewar Elementary School and Sallas Mahone Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 31605?
3 public preschools are located in 31605.
What is the racial composition of students in 31605?
31605 public preschools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public preschools average of 65% (majority Black).
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