For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 571 students in 35044, AL.
The top ranked public preschools in 35044, AL are Ah Watwood Elementary School and Childersburg Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 35044 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 35044, AL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 35044, AL Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ah Watwood Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3002 Limbaugh Blvd
Childersburg, AL 35044
(256) 315-5460
Childersburg, AL 35044
(256) 315-5460
Grades: PK-5
| 284 students
Rank: #22.
Childersburg Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
235 Pinecrest Drive
Childersburg, AL 35044
(256) 315-5525
Childersburg, AL 35044
(256) 315-5525
Grades: PK-5
| 287 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 35044, AL?
The top ranked public preschools in 35044, AL include Ah Watwood Elementary School and Childersburg Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 35044?
2 public preschools are located in 35044.
What is the racial composition of students in 35044?
35044 public preschools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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