For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,373 students in 31217, GA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 31217, GA are Mattie Wells Elementary School, Burdell Elementary School and Bernd Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 31217 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Georgia public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 31217, GA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public preschool average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 31217, GA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mattie Wells Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
101 Mattie Wells Dr
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 742-5959
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 742-5959
Gr: PK-5 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Burdell Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
972 Fort Hill St
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 779-2937
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 779-2937
Gr: PK-5 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #33.
Bernd Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4160 Ocmulgee East Blvd
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 779-2730
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 779-2730
Gr: PK-5 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 31217, GA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 31217, GA include Mattie Wells Elementary School, Burdell Elementary School and Bernd Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 31217?
3 public preschools are located in 31217.
What is the racial composition of students in 31217?
31217 public preschools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public preschools average of 66% (majority Black).
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