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Best Valdosta Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public preschools serving 7,730 students in Valdosta, GA.
The top-ranked public preschools in Valdosta, GA are Westside Elementary School, Pine Grove Elementary School and Dewar Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Valdosta, GA public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Georgia public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in Valdosta have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public preschool average of 66% (majority Black).

Best Public Preschools in Valdosta, GA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Westside Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2470 James Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2289
Gr: PK-5 | 904 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Pine Grove Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
4175 River Rd
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 245-2297
Gr: PK-5 | 756 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
Dewar Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3539 Mount Zion Church Rd
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 219-1370
Gr: PK-5 | 821 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #44.
Moulton-branch Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
5725 Inner Perimeter Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2294
Gr: PK-5 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #55.
Clyattville Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
5386 Madison Hwy
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 316-8602
Gr: PK-5 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #66.
S.l. Mason Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
821 W Gordon St
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8525
Gr: PK-5 | 881 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #77.
Sallas Mahone Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3686 Lake Laurie Dr
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 333-8530
Gr: PK-5 | 1,045 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #88.
J. L. Lomax Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1450 Howell Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8520
Gr: PK-5 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Pinevale Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
930 Lake Park Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8535
Gr: PK-5 | 565 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1010.
W.g. Nunn Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1610 Lakeland Ave
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 333-8515
Gr: PK-5 | 974 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in Valdosta, GA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Valdosta, GA include Westside Elementary School, Pine Grove Elementary School and Dewar Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Valdosta?
10 public preschools are located in Valdosta.
What is the racial composition of students in Valdosta?
Valdosta public preschools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public preschools average of 66% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Valdosta are often viewed compared to one another?

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