Best 30720 Georgia Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,825 students in 30720, GA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 30720, GA are Brookwood Elementary School, Westwood Elementary School and Dug Gap Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 30720 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Georgia public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 30720, GA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Georgia public preschool average of 66% (majority Black).

Best 30720, GA Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brookwood Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
501 Central Ave
Dalton, GA 30720
(706) 278-9202
Gr: PK-5 | 688 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Westwood Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
708 Trammell St
Dalton, GA 30720
(706) 278-2809
Gr: PK-5 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Dug Gap Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2032 Dug Gap Rd
Dalton, GA 30720
(706) 226-3919
Gr: PK-5 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #44.
Valley Point Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
3798 S Dixie Rd
Dalton, GA 30720
(706) 277-3259
Gr: PK-5 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #55.
City Park Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
405 School St
Dalton, GA 30720
(706) 278-8859
Gr: PK-5 | 707 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 85%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 30720, GA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 30720, GA include Brookwood Elementary School, Westwood Elementary School and Dug Gap Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 30720?
5 public preschools are located in 30720.
What is the racial composition of students in 30720?
30720 public preschools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Georgia public preschools average of 66% (majority Black).

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