For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 3,172 students in 30240, GA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 30240, GA are Hillcrest Elementary School, Long Cane Elementary School and Hollis Hand Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 30240 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Georgia public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 30240, GA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public preschool average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30240, GA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hillcrest Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3116 Robert Hayes Rd
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7940
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7940
Gr: PK-5 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Long Cane Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
238 Long Cane Rd
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7948
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7948
Gr: PK-5 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Hollis Hand Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
641 Country Club Rd
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 883-1580
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 883-1580
Gr: PK-5 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #44.
Franklin Forest Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Scholar Ln
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 845-7556
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 845-7556
Gr: PK-5 | 690 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #55.
Ethel W. Kight Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
75 Gordon Rd
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7943
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 812-7943
Gr: PK-5 | 656 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #66.
Berta Weathersbee Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Forrest Ave
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 883-1570
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706) 883-1570
Gr: PK-5 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 30240, GA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 30240, GA include Hillcrest Elementary School, Long Cane Elementary School and Hollis Hand Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 30240?
6 public preschools are located in 30240.
What is the racial composition of students in 30240?
30240 public preschools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public preschools average of 66% (majority Black).
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