For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 765 students in 35022, AL.
The top-ranked public preschool in 35022, AL is Mccalla Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 35022 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 35022, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 35022, AL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mccalla Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2020 Mccalla School Road
Bessemer, AL 35022
(205) 379-3750
Bessemer, AL 35022
(205) 379-3750
Gr: PK-5 | 765 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
35022, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bessemer Center For Technology (Closed 2024)
Vocational School
4940 Premiere Parkway
Bessemer, AL 35022
(205) 432-3805
Bessemer, AL 35022
(205) 432-3805
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 35022, AL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 35022, AL include Mccalla Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 35022?
1 public preschools are located in 35022.
What is the racial composition of students in 35022?
35022 public preschools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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