For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,000 students in 31216, GA.
The top ranked public preschools in 31216, GA are Heard Elementary School and Porter Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 31216 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Georgia public pre school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 31216, GA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public preschool average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31216, GA Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Heard Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6515 Houston Rd
Macon, GA 31216
(478) 779-4250
Macon, GA 31216
(478) 779-4250
Grades: PK-5
| 571 students
Rank: #22.
Porter Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5802 School Rd
Macon, GA 31216
(478) 779-4350
Macon, GA 31216
(478) 779-4350
Grades: PK-5
| 429 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 31216, GA?
The top ranked public preschools in 31216, GA include Heard Elementary School and Porter Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 31216?
2 public preschools are located in 31216.
What is the racial composition of students in 31216?
31216 public preschools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public preschools average of 65% (majority Black).
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