For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,255 students in 36201, AL.
The top ranked public preschools in 36201, AL are Coldwater Elementary School, Wellborn Elementary School and Cobb Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 36201 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 36201, AL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 36201, AL Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Coldwater Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
530 Taylors Chapel Road
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 241-3870
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 241-3870
Grades: PK-4
| 389 students
Rank: #22.
Wellborn Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
525 Cooper Cir
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 741-7500
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 741-7500
Grades: PK-6
| 579 students
Rank: #33.
Cobb Preparatory Academy
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 20-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1325 Cobb Ave
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 231-5030
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 231-5030
Grades: PK-K
| 287 students
36201, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1200 Johnson Ave
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 231-5040
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 231-5040
Grades: PK-5
| 215 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 36201, AL?
The top ranked public preschools in 36201, AL include Coldwater Elementary School, Wellborn Elementary School and Cobb Preparatory Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 36201?
3 public preschools are located in 36201.
What is the racial composition of students in 36201?
36201 public preschools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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