For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,379 students in 31907, GA.
The top ranked public preschools in 31907, GA are Waddell Elementary School, Forrest Road Elementary School and Lonnie Jackson Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 31907 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Georgia public pre school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 31907, GA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public preschool average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31907, GA Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Waddell Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6101 Miller Rd
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 569-3722
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 569-3722
Grades: PK-5
| 482 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Forrest Road Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6400 Forrest Rd
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 565-3061
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 565-3061
Grades: PK-5
| 355 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Lonnie Jackson Academy
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4601 Buena Vista Rd
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 565-3039
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 565-3039
Grades: PK-5
| 425 students
Rank: #44.
Wesley Heights Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1801 Amber Dr
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 569-3733
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 569-3733
Grades: PK-5
| 395 students
Rank: #55.
Georgetown Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
954 High Ln
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 565-2980
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 565-2980
Grades: PK-5
| 411 students
Rank: #66.
Dawson Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
180 Northstar Dr
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 683-8732
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 683-8732
Grades: PK-5
| 311 students
31907, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Columbus Regional Youth Detention Center (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
3902 Schatulga Road
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 568-2498
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 568-2498
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
3835 Forest Rd
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 565-3048
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 565-3048
Grades: K-5
| 345 students
4408 St. Mary`s Road
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 685-7664
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 685-7664
Grades: PK-5
| 470 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 31907, GA?
The top ranked public preschools in 31907, GA include Waddell Elementary School, Forrest Road Elementary School and Lonnie Jackson Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 31907?
6 public preschools are located in 31907.
What is the racial composition of students in 31907?
31907 public preschools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public preschools average of 65% (majority Black).
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