For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,890 students in 31909, GA.
The top ranked public preschools in 31909, GA are North Columbus Elementary School, Eagle Ridge Academy and Blanchard Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 31909 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Georgia public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 31909, GA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public preschool average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31909, GA Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Columbus Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2006 Old Guard Rd
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-3183
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-3183
Grades: PK-5
| 746 students
Rank: #22.
Eagle Ridge Academy
(Math: 32% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7576 Raider Way
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 569-3746
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 569-3746
Grades: PK-5
| 674 students
Rank: #33.
Blanchard Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3512 Weems Rd
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-2461
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-2461
Grades: PK-5
| 470 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 31909, GA?
The top ranked public preschools in 31909, GA include North Columbus Elementary School, Eagle Ridge Academy and Blanchard Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 31909?
3 public preschools are located in 31909.
What is the racial composition of students in 31909?
31909 public preschools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public preschools average of 65% (majority Black).
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