For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 850 students in Lakeland, GA.
The top-ranked public preschool in Lakeland, GA is Lanier County Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lakeland, GA public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Georgia public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in Lakeland have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public preschool average of 66% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Lakeland, GA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lanier County Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
92 S Valdosta Rd
Lakeland, GA 31635
(229) 482-3870
Lakeland, GA 31635
(229) 482-3870
Gr: PK-5 | 850 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Lakeland, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Crossroads Alternative School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
325 West Patten St
Lakeland, GA 31635
(229) 482-3868
Lakeland, GA 31635
(229) 482-3868
28 S Valdosta Rd
Lakeland, GA 31635
(229) 482-3580
Lakeland, GA 31635
(229) 482-3580
Gr: PK-2 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Lakeland, GA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Lakeland, GA include Lanier County Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Lakeland?
1 public preschools are located in Lakeland.
What is the racial composition of students in Lakeland?
Lakeland public preschools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public preschools average of 66% (majority Black).
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