For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public preschools serving 8,521 students in Lowndes County, GA.
The top-ranked public preschools in Lowndes County, GA are Hahira Elementary School, Westside Elementary School and Pine Grove Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lowndes County, GA public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Georgia public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in Lowndes County have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public preschool average of 66% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Lowndes County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hahira Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
350 Claudia Dr
Hahira, GA 31632
(229) 316-8600
Hahira, GA 31632
(229) 316-8600
Gr: PK-5 | 782 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Westside Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2470 James Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2289
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2289
Gr: PK-5 | 904 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Pine Grove Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4175 River Rd
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 245-2297
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 245-2297
Gr: PK-5 | 756 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #44.
Dewar Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3539 Mount Zion Church Rd
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 219-1370
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 219-1370
Gr: PK-5 | 821 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #55.
Moulton-branch Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5725 Inner Perimeter Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2294
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2294
Gr: PK-5 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #66.
Clyattville Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5386 Madison Hwy
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 316-8602
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 316-8602
Gr: PK-5 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #77.
Lake Park Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
604 W Marion Ave
Lake Park, GA 31636
(229) 316-8603
Lake Park, GA 31636
(229) 316-8603
Gr: PK-5 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #88.
S.l. Mason Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
821 W Gordon St
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8525
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8525
Gr: PK-5 | 881 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #99.
Sallas Mahone Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3686 Lake Laurie Dr
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 333-8530
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 333-8530
Gr: PK-5 | 1,045 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #1010.
Pinevale Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
930 Lake Park Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8535
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8535
Gr: PK-5 | 565 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1111.
W.g. Nunn Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1610 Lakeland Ave
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 333-8515
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 333-8515
Gr: PK-5 | 974 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Lowndes County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1450 Howell Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8520
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8520
Gr: PK-5 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Lowndes County, GA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Lowndes County, GA include Hahira Elementary School, Westside Elementary School and Pine Grove Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Lowndes County?
11 public preschools are located in Lowndes County.
What is the racial composition of students in Lowndes County?
Lowndes County public preschools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public preschools average of 66% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Lowndes County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Lowndes County include: Dewar Elementary School vs. Pine Grove Elementary School, Hahira Elementary School vs. Pine Grove Elementary School, Pinevale Elementary School vs. Sallas Mahone Elementary School
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