For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,295 students in 30161, GA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 30161, GA are Johnson Elementary School, Model Elementary School and East Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 30161 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Georgia public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 30161, GA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public preschool average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30161, GA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Johnson Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1839 Morrison Camp Ground Rd
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 236-1830
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 236-1830
Gr: PK-4 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Model Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3200 Calhoun Hwy.
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 236-1827
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 236-1827
Gr: PK-4 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
East Central Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1502 Dean Ave Se
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 232-8310
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 232-8310
Gr: PK-6 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Anna K. Davie Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
24 E Main St Sw
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 232-4913
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 232-4913
Gr: PK-6 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Main Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3 Watters St Se
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 295-7180
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 295-7180
Gr: PK-6 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 30161, GA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 30161, GA include Johnson Elementary School, Model Elementary School and East Central Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 30161?
5 public preschools are located in 30161.
What is the racial composition of students in 30161?
30161 public preschools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public preschools average of 66% (majority Black).
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