For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,960 students in 30038, GA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 30038, GA are Edward L. Bouie- Sr. Elementary School, Murphey Candler Elementary School and Flat Rock Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 30038 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Georgia public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 30038, GA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public preschool average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30038, GA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edward L. Bouie- Sr. Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5100 Rock Springs Rd
Lithonia, GA 30038
(678) 676-8202
Lithonia, GA 30038
(678) 676-8202
Gr: PK-5 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #22.
Murphey Candler Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6775 S Goddard Rd
Lithonia, GA 30038
(678) 676-9102
Lithonia, GA 30038
(678) 676-9102
Gr: PK-5 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Flat Rock Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4603 Evans Mill Rd
Lithonia, GA 30038
(678) 875-3202
Lithonia, GA 30038
(678) 875-3202
Gr: PK-5 | 977 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #44.
Browns Mill Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4863 Browns Mill Rd
Lithonia, GA 30038
(678) 676-8302
Lithonia, GA 30038
(678) 676-8302
Gr: PK-5 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #55.
Fairington Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5505 Philip Bradley Dr
Lithonia, GA 30038
(678) 676-8702
Lithonia, GA 30038
(678) 676-8702
Gr: PK-5 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 30038, GA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 30038, GA include Edward L. Bouie- Sr. Elementary School, Murphey Candler Elementary School and Flat Rock Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 30038?
5 public preschools are located in 30038.
What is the racial composition of students in 30038?
30038 public preschools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public preschools average of 66% (majority Black).
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