For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,198 students in La Fayette, GA.
The top-ranked public preschools in La Fayette, GA are North Lafayette Elementary School, Gilbert Elementary School and Naomi Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
La Fayette, GA public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Georgia public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in La Fayette have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% 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 La Fayette, GA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Lafayette Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
610 N Duke St
La Fayette, GA 30728
(706) 638-1869
La Fayette, GA 30728
(706) 638-1869
Gr: PK-5 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Gilbert Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
87 S Burnt Mill Rd
La Fayette, GA 30728
(706) 638-2432
La Fayette, GA 30728
(706) 638-2432
Gr: PK-5 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Naomi Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4038 E Highway 136
La Fayette, GA 30728
(706) 638-2443
La Fayette, GA 30728
(706) 638-2443
Gr: PK-5 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in La Fayette, GA?
The top-ranked public preschools in La Fayette, GA include North Lafayette Elementary School, Gilbert Elementary School and Naomi Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in La Fayette?
3 public preschools are located in La Fayette.
What is the racial composition of students in La Fayette?
La Fayette public preschools minority enrollment is 14% 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 La Fayette are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in La Fayette include: North Lafayette Elementary School vs. Naomi Elementary School, Gilbert Elementary School vs. Naomi Elementary School, Naomi Elementary School vs. Gilbert Elementary School
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