For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 888 students in 36582, AL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 36582, AL are Mary W Burroughs Elementary School and Nan Gray Davis Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 36582 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 36582, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 36582, AL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mary W Burroughs Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6875 Burroughs Ln
Theodore, AL 36582
(251) 221-1077
Theodore, AL 36582
(251) 221-1077
Gr: PK-5 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Nan Gray Davis Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6900 Nan Gray Davis Rd
Theodore, AL 36582
(251) 221-1166
Theodore, AL 36582
(251) 221-1166
Gr: PK-5 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 36582, AL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 36582, AL include Mary W Burroughs Elementary School and Nan Gray Davis Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 36582?
2 public preschools are located in 36582.
What is the racial composition of students in 36582?
36582 public preschools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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