For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,875 students in 35244, AL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 35244, AL are Riverchase Elementary School, Trace Crossings Elementary School and South Shades Crest Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 35244 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 35244, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 35244, AL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverchase Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1950 Old Montgomery Highway
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-3400
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-3400
Gr: PK-5 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Trace Crossings Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5454 Learning Lane
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-2700
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-2700
Gr: PK-5 | 758 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
South Shades Crest Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 55% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3770 South Shades Crest Rd
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-3000
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-3000
Gr: PK-2 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
35244, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Hoover High Freshman Center (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
6055 Flemming Parkway
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1610
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1610
Gr: 9
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 35244, AL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 35244, AL include Riverchase Elementary School, Trace Crossings Elementary School and South Shades Crest Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 35244?
3 public preschools are located in 35244.
What is the racial composition of students in 35244?
35244 public preschools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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