For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,690 students in 31701, GA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 31701, GA are Lincoln Elementary Magnet School, Lamar Reese School Of The Arts and Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 31701 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Georgia public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 31701, GA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public preschool average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 31701, GA Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Elementary Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
518 W Society Ave
Albany, GA 31701
(229) 431-3373
Albany, GA 31701
(229) 431-3373
Gr: PK-5 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Lamar Reese School Of The Arts
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1215 Lily Pond Rd
Albany, GA 31701
(229) 431-3495
Albany, GA 31701
(229) 431-3495
Gr: PK-5 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3125 Martin Luther King Jr Dr
Albany, GA 31701
(229) 438-3502
Albany, GA 31701
(229) 438-3502
Gr: PK-5 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #44.
Northside Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
901 14th Ave
Albany, GA 31701
(229) 431-3390
Albany, GA 31701
(229) 431-3390
Gr: PK-5 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
31701, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
801 W Residence Ave
Albany, GA 31701
(229) 431-3300
Albany, GA 31701
(229) 431-3300
Gr: 9-12 | 808 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Albany Regional Youth Detention Center (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
2030 Newton Rd
Albany, GA 31701
(229) 430-1958
Albany, GA 31701
(229) 430-1958
Gr: 8-9 | 4 students Minority enrollment: 75%
Exceptional Students Program (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
400 South Madison St
Albany, GA 31701
(229) 431-1313
Albany, GA 31701
(229) 431-1313
Lincoln Elementary Magnet (Closed 2007)
Magnet School
700 Corn Avenue
Albany, GA 31701
(229) 431-3373
Albany, GA 31701
(229) 431-3373
Gr: K-5 | 672 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Oak Tree Psychoeducational Program (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
601 North Monroe St
Albany, GA 31701
(229) 431-3306
Albany, GA 31701
(229) 431-3306
South Ga. Regional Achievement Center (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
1001 West Highland Ave
Albany, GA 31701
(229) 431-1218
Albany, GA 31701
(229) 431-1218
1615 Newton Rd
Albany, GA 31701
(229) 431-3351
Albany, GA 31701
(229) 431-3351
Gr: 6-8 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 31701, GA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 31701, GA include Lincoln Elementary Magnet School, Lamar Reese School Of The Arts and Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 31701?
4 public preschools are located in 31701.
What is the racial composition of students in 31701?
31701 public preschools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public preschools average of 66% (majority Black).
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