For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 975 students in Dahlonega, GA.
The top-ranked public preschools in Dahlonega, GA are Cottrell Elementary School and Long Branch 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 46% (versus the Georgia public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in Dahlonega have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cottrell Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
220 Pine Tree Way
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-3254
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-3254
Gr: PK-5 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Long Branch Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4518 Highway 52 E
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-5361
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-5361
Gr: PK-5 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Dahlonega, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lumpkin County Alternative School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
152 School Dr
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-6180
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(706) 864-6180
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Dahlonega, GA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Dahlonega, GA include Cottrell Elementary School and Long Branch 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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