For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 2,627 students in 35601, AL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 35601, AL are Eastwood Elementary School, Woodmeade Elementary School and Bankscaddell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 35601 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 35601, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 35601, AL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eastwood Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1802 26th Ave Se
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3043
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3043
Gr: PK-5 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Woodmeade Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1400 19th Ave Sw
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3023
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3023
Gr: PK-5 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Bankscaddell Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
211 Gordon Dr Se
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3040
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3040
Gr: PK-5 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Austinville Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2320 Clara Ave Sw
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3050
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3050
Gr: PK-5 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Oak Park Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1218 16th Ave Se
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3033
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3033
Gr: PK-5 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #66.
West Decatur Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
708 Memorial Dr Sw
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3027
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3027
Gr: PK-5 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: n/an/a
Benjamin Davis Elementary School
Magnet School
417 Monroe Dr Nw
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3025
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3025
Gr: PK-2 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
35601, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1302 5th Ave Sw
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3045
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3045
Gr: 6-8 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
East Alabama Medical Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2000 Pepperell Pkwy
Decatur, AL 35601
(334) 528-1010
Decatur, AL 35601
(334) 528-1010
Horizon High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
809 Church St Ne
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3054
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3054
Gr: 8-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 35601, AL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 35601, AL include Eastwood Elementary School, Woodmeade Elementary School and Bankscaddell Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 35601?
7 public preschools are located in 35601.
What is the racial composition of students in 35601?
35601 public preschools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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