For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 996 students in 31216, GA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 31216, GA are Heard Elementary School and Porter Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 31216 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Georgia public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 31216, GA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public preschool average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 31216, GA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Heard Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6515 Houston Rd
Macon, GA 31216
(478) 779-4250
Macon, GA 31216
(478) 779-4250
Gr: PK-5 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Porter Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5802 School Rd
Macon, GA 31216
(478) 779-4350
Macon, GA 31216
(478) 779-4350
Gr: PK-5 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 31216, GA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 31216, GA include Heard Elementary School and Porter Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 31216?
2 public preschools are located in 31216.
What is the racial composition of students in 31216?
31216 public preschools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public preschools average of 66% (majority Black).
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