For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 609 students in 36421, AL.
The top ranked public preschool in 36421, AL is Straughn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 36421 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 36421, AL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 36421, AL Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Straughn Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
29324 Straughn School Road
Andalusia, AL 36421
(334) 427-1311
Andalusia, AL 36421
(334) 427-1311
Gr: PK-5 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 36421, AL?
The top ranked public preschools in 36421, AL include Straughn Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 36421?
1 public preschools are located in 36421.
What is the racial composition of students in 36421?
36421 public preschools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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