Best 31909 Georgia Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,890 students in 31909, GA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 31909, GA are North Columbus Elementary School, Eagle Ridge Academy and Blanchard Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 31909 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Georgia public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 31909, GA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public preschool average of 65% (majority Black).

Best 31909, GA Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Columbus Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2006 Old Guard Rd
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-3183
Gr: PK-5 | 746 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Eagle Ridge Academy
(Math: 32% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
7576 Raider Way
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 569-3746
Gr: PK-5 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Blanchard Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3512 Weems Rd
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-2461
Gr: PK-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 52%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 31909, GA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 31909, GA include North Columbus Elementary School, Eagle Ridge Academy and Blanchard Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 31909?
3 public preschools are located in 31909.
What is the racial composition of students in 31909?
31909 public preschools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public preschools average of 65% (majority Black).

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