Best 31312 Georgia Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 3,214 students in 31312, GA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 31312, 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.
Public preschools in zipcode 31312 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 31312, GA 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 31312, GA Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Effingham Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
767 Kolic Helmey Rd
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:
9/
10
Top 20%
5160 Ga Highway 17 S
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:
8/
10
Top 30%
199 Stagecoach Ave
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:
7/
10
Top 50%
719 Central Blvd
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 31312, GA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 31312, GA include South Effingham Elementary School, Marlow Elementary School and Sand Hill Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 31312?
4 public preschools are located in 31312.
What is the racial composition of students in 31312?
31312 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).

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