For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,422 students in 31217, GA.
The top ranked public preschools in 31217, GA are Mattie Wells Elementary School, Burdell Elementary School and Bernd Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø preschools in zipcode 31217 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Georgia public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 31217, GA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public preschool average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31217, GA ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mattie Wells Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
101 Mattie Wells Dr
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 742-5959
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 742-5959
Gr: PK-5 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Burdell Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
972 Fort Hill St
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 779-2937
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 779-2937
Gr: PK-5 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Bernd Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4160 Ocmulgee East Blvd
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 779-2730
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 779-2730
Gr: PK-5 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 31217, GA?
The top ranked public preschools in 31217, GA include Mattie Wells Elementary School, Burdell Elementary School and Bernd Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 31217?
3 public preschools are located in 31217.
What is the racial composition of students in 31217?
31217 public preschools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public preschools average of 65% (majority Black).
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