For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,909 students in 30605, GA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 30605, GA are Barrow Elementary School, Barnett Shoals Elementary School and Whit Davis Road Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 30605 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Georgia public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 30605, GA have an average ranking of 3/10, 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 66% (majority Black).
Best 30605, GA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Barrow Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 Pinecrest Dr
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 543-2676
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 543-2676
Gr: PK-5 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Barnett Shoals Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3220 Barnett Shoals Rd
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 357-5334
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 357-5334
Gr: PK-5 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #33.
Whit Davis Road Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1450 Whit Davis Rd
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 369-1036
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 369-1036
Gr: PK-5 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #44.
Gaines Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
900 Gaines School Rd
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 357-5333
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 357-5333
Gr: PK-5 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 30605, GA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 30605, GA include Barrow Elementary School, Barnett Shoals Elementary School and Whit Davis Road Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 30605?
4 public preschools are located in 30605.
What is the racial composition of students in 30605?
30605 public preschools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public preschools average of 66% (majority Black).
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