For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public preschools serving 4,433 students in 30721, GA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 30721, GA are Pleasant Grove Elementary School, Park Creek Elementary School and Beaverdale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 30721 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Georgia public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 30721, GA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Georgia public preschool average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30721, GA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pleasant Grove Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2725 Cleveland Hwy
Dalton, GA 30721
(706) 259-3920
Dalton, GA 30721
(706) 259-3920
Gr: PK-5 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
Park Creek Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1500 Hale Bowen Dr
Dalton, GA 30721
(706) 428-7700
Dalton, GA 30721
(706) 428-7700
Gr: PK-5 | 604 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Beaverdale Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1350 Prater Mill Rd Ne
Dalton, GA 30721
(706) 275-4414
Dalton, GA 30721
(706) 275-4414
Gr: PK-5 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Cedar Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
311 Cedar Ridge Rd Se
Dalton, GA 30721
(706) 712-8400
Dalton, GA 30721
(706) 712-8400
Gr: PK-5 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #55.
Antioch Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1819 Riverbend Rd
Dalton, GA 30721
(706) 278-7550
Dalton, GA 30721
(706) 278-7550
Gr: PK-5 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #66.
Dawnville Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1380 Dawnville Rd Ne
Dalton, GA 30721
(706) 259-3914
Dalton, GA 30721
(706) 259-3914
Gr: PK-5 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #77.
Eastside Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
102 Hill Rd
Dalton, GA 30721
(706) 278-3074
Dalton, GA 30721
(706) 278-3074
Gr: PK-5 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #88.
Roan Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1116 Roan St
Dalton, GA 30721
(706) 226-3225
Dalton, GA 30721
(706) 226-3225
Gr: PK-5 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #99.
Blue Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 S Bogle St
Dalton, GA 30721
(706) 260-2700
Dalton, GA 30721
(706) 260-2700
Gr: PK-5 | 632 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 30721, GA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 30721, GA include Pleasant Grove Elementary School, Park Creek Elementary School and Beaverdale Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 30721?
9 public preschools are located in 30721.
What is the racial composition of students in 30721?
30721 public preschools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Georgia public preschools average of 66% (majority Black).
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