Decatur 1st United Methodist Preschool & Kindergar (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Decatur 1st United Methodist Preschool & Kindergar in Decatur, GA serves 153 students in preschool and kindergarten within a suburban, downtown Decatur community.
Founded in 1955, this Methodist–affiliated early childhood program participates in the National Association for the Education of Young Children and other religious school associations.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 77:1 with 2 teachers serving all enrolled students.
This Decatur preschool offers summer school programs and reflects a student population that is approximately 14% students of color.
Decatur 1st United Methodist Preschool & Kindergar ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia based on its founding year, highlighting its long–standing presence in the area.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked GA School
School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 153 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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School Rankings

Decatur 1st United Methodist Preschool & Kindergar ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:

School Facts

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other religious school association(s)
National Association for the Education of Young Children

Religious Affiliation

Methodist

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Decatur 1st United Methodist Preschool & Kindergar
Nursery	68
Pre-K	77
Kind	8

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Year Founded

1955

Summer School Offered

Yes

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Student Body

Total Students

153 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

14%

State avg.: 28%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

2 teachers

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

Cost varies from $185 a month for 2 day 2 1/2 year old to $350 a month for kindergarten

Application URL

Online Application

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Decatur 1st United Methodist Preschool & Kindergar's ranking?

Decatur 1st United Methodist Preschool & Kindergar ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for: Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Decatur 1st United Methodist Preschool & Kindergar?

The application deadline for Decatur 1st United Methodist Preschool & Kindergar is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Decatur 1st United Methodist Preschool & Kindergar located?

Decatur 1st United Methodist Preschool & Kindergar is located in the Downtown Decatur neighborhood of Decatur, GA. There are 2 other private schools located in Downtown Decatur.

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The average private school tuition in Decatur, GA is $19,986 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).