For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 975 students in Dahlonega, GA.
The top ranked public preschools in Dahlonega, GA are Long Branch Elementary School and Cottrell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dahlonega, GA public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Georgia public pre school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in Dahlonega have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Georgia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public preschool average of 65% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Dahlonega, GA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Long Branch Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4518 Highway 52 E
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-5361
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-5361
Grades: PK-5
| 395 students
Rank: #22.
Cottrell Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
220 Pine Tree Way
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-3254
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-3254
Grades: PK-5
| 580 students
Dahlonega, Georgia 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Lumpkin County Alternative School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
152 School Dr
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-6180
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-6180
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Dahlonega, GA?
The top ranked public preschools in Dahlonega, GA include Long Branch Elementary School and Cottrell Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Dahlonega?
2 public preschools are located in Dahlonega.
What is the racial composition of students in Dahlonega?
Dahlonega public preschools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public preschools average of 65% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Dahlonega are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Dahlonega include: Long Branch Elementary School vs. Cottrell Elementary School, Cottrell Elementary School vs. Long Branch Elementary School
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