For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,725 students in 31907, GA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 31907, GA are Waddell Elementary School, Wesley Heights Elementary School and Forrest Road Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 31907 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Georgia public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 31907, GA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public preschool average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 31907, GA Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waddell Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6101 Miller Rd
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 569-3722
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 569-3722
Gr: PK-5 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Wesley Heights Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1801 Amber Dr
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 569-3733
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 569-3733
Gr: PK-5 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Forrest Road Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6400 Forrest Rd
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 565-3061
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 565-3061
Gr: PK-5 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Lonnie Jackson Academy
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4601 Buena Vista Rd
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 565-3039
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 565-3039
Gr: PK-5 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Georgetown Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
954 High Ln
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 565-2980
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 565-2980
Gr: PK-5 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
5151 Kennedy Street
Columbus, GA 31907
(762) 332-4360
Columbus, GA 31907
(762) 332-4360
Gr: PK-5 | 789 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
31907, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Columbus Regional Youth Detention Center (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
3902 Schatulga Road
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 568-2498
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 568-2498
3835 Forest Rd
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 565-3048
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 565-3048
Gr: K-5 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
4408 St. Mary`s Road
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 685-7664
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 685-7664
Gr: PK-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 31907, GA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 31907, GA include Waddell Elementary School, Wesley Heights Elementary School and Forrest Road Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 31907?
6 public preschools are located in 31907.
What is the racial composition of students in 31907?
31907 public preschools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public preschools average of 66% (majority Black).
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