For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,360 students in 30033, GA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 30033, GA are Briarlake Elementary School, Laurel Ridge Elementary School and Mclendon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 30033 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Georgia public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 30033, GA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Georgia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public preschool average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30033, GA Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Briarlake Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3590 Lavista Rd
Decatur, GA 30033
(678) 874-2502
Decatur, GA 30033
(678) 874-2502
Gr: PK-5 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Laurel Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1215 Balsam Dr
Decatur, GA 30033
(678) 874-6902
Decatur, GA 30033
(678) 874-6902
Gr: PK-5 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Mclendon Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3169 Hollywood Dr
Decatur, GA 30033
(678) 676-5902
Decatur, GA 30033
(678) 676-5902
Gr: PK-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
2477 Coralwood Dr
Decatur, GA 30033
(678) 874-6002
Decatur, GA 30033
(678) 874-6002
Gr: PK-K | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
30033, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Dekalb Community School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
1833 Lawrenceville Hwy
Decatur, GA 30033
(404) 679-4900
Decatur, GA 30033
(404) 679-4900
2418 Wood Trail Ln
Decatur, GA 30033
(678) 874-7202
Decatur, GA 30033
(678) 874-7202
Gr: PK-5 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 30033, GA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 30033, GA include Briarlake Elementary School, Laurel Ridge Elementary School and Mclendon Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 30033?
4 public preschools are located in 30033.
What is the racial composition of students in 30033?
30033 public preschools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public preschools average of 66% (majority Black).
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