For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 3,214 students in Guyton, GA.
The top-ranked public preschools in Guyton, GA are South Effingham Elementary School, Marlow Elementary School and Sand Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Guyton, GA public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Georgia public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in Guyton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Georgia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Georgia public preschool average of 66% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Guyton, GA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Effingham Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
767 Kolic Helmey Rd
Guyton, GA 31312
(912) 728-3801
Guyton, GA 31312
(912) 728-3801
Gr: PK-5 | 863 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Marlow Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5160 Ga Highway 17 S
Guyton, GA 31312
(912) 728-3262
Guyton, GA 31312
(912) 728-3262
Gr: PK-5 | 670 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Sand Hill Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
199 Stagecoach Ave
Guyton, GA 31312
(912) 728-5112
Guyton, GA 31312
(912) 728-5112
Gr: PK-5 | 881 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Guyton Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
719 Central Blvd
Guyton, GA 31312
(912) 772-3384
Guyton, GA 31312
(912) 772-3384
Gr: PK-5 | 800 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Guyton, GA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Guyton, GA include South Effingham Elementary School, Marlow Elementary School and Sand Hill Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Guyton?
4 public preschools are located in Guyton.
What is the racial composition of students in Guyton?
Guyton public preschools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Georgia public preschools average of 66% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Guyton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Guyton include: Sand Hill Elementary School vs. Marlow Elementary School, Marlow Elementary School vs. South Effingham Elementary School, Marlow Elementary School vs. Sand Hill Elementary School
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