For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,950 students in Jefferson, GA. The top-ranked public preschool in Jefferson, GA is Gum Springs Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jefferson, GA public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Georgia public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in Jefferson have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Georgia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public preschool average of 66% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Jefferson, GA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gum Springs Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 Gum Springs Church Rd
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 654-5580
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 654-5580
Gr: PK-5 | 939 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
415 Hoschton St
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-8242
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-8242
Gr: PK-2 | 1,011 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Jefferson, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Jackson County Crossroads (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
441 Gordon St
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2341
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2341
Regional Evening Alternative School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
441 Gordon St
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2341
Jefferson, GA 30549
(706) 367-2341
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Jefferson, GA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Jefferson, GA include Gum Springs Elementary School. Jefferson has one of the highest concentrations of top-ranked public schools in Georgia.
How many public preschools are located in Jefferson?
2 public preschools are located in Jefferson.
What is the racial composition of students in Jefferson?
Jefferson public preschools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public preschools average of 66% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Jefferson are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Jefferson include: Jefferson Elementary School vs. Gum Springs Elementary School
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