For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,399 students in 30540, GA.
The top ranked public preschools in 30540, GA are Mountain View Elementary School and Ellijay Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 30540 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Georgia public pre school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 30540, GA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public preschool average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30540, GA Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mountain View Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
350 Calvin Jackson Dr
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5100
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5100
Grades: PK-5
| 642 students
Rank: #22.
Ellijay Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
32 Mccutchen St
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5020
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5020
Grades: PK-5
| 757 students
30540, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1860 S Main St
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5030
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5030
Grades: 5-6
| 675 students
Mountain Innovation Program (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1860 S Main St
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5007
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 276-5007
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 30540, GA?
The top ranked public preschools in 30540, GA include Mountain View Elementary School and Ellijay Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 30540?
2 public preschools are located in 30540.
What is the racial composition of students in 30540?
30540 public preschools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public preschools average of 65% (majority Black).
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