For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,176 students in Ellenwood, GA.
The top ranked public preschools in Ellenwood, GA are East Clayton Elementary School and Cedar Grove Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ellenwood, GA public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Georgia public pre school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in Ellenwood have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public preschool average of 65% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Ellenwood, GA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
East Clayton Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3674 Steele Rd.
Ellenwood, GA 30294
(404) 362-3885
Ellenwood, GA 30294
(404) 362-3885
Grades: PK-5
| 637 students
Rank: #22.
Cedar Grove Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2330 River Rd
Ellenwood, GA 30294
(678) 874-3902
Ellenwood, GA 30294
(678) 874-3902
Grades: PK-5
| 539 students
Ellenwood, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3595 Linecrest Rd
Ellenwood, GA 30294
(404) 328-0898
Ellenwood, GA 30294
(404) 328-0898
Grades: 9-12
| 221 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Ellenwood, GA?
The top ranked public preschools in Ellenwood, GA include East Clayton Elementary School and Cedar Grove Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Ellenwood?
2 public preschools are located in Ellenwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Ellenwood?
Ellenwood public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public preschools average of 65% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Ellenwood are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Ellenwood include: East Clayton Elementary School vs. Cedar Grove Elementary School, Cedar Grove Elementary School vs. East Clayton Elementary School
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