For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 4,076 students in 35215, AL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 35215, AL are Bryant Park Elementary School, Sun Valley Elementary School and Martha Gaskins K5. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 35215 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 35215, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 35215, AL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bryant Park Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2020 Bryant Park Drive
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 379-2850
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 379-2850
Gr: PK-5 | 707 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Sun Valley Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1010 18th Ave Nw
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-5740
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-5740
Gr: PK-5 | 678 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Rank: #33.
Martha Gaskins K5
(Math: 10% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
200 Dalton Drive
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-9200
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-9200
Gr: PK-5 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Huffman Academy
(Math: 8% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1212 Cheyenne Boulevard
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-5800
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-5800
Gr: PK-5 | 779 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Chalkville Elementary School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
940 Chalkville School Rd
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 379-2950
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 379-2950
Gr: PK-5 | 818 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
4801 Indian Trail
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 379-2900
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 379-2900
Gr: PK-2 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 35215, AL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 35215, AL include Bryant Park Elementary School, Sun Valley Elementary School and Martha Gaskins K5.
How many public preschools are located in 35215?
6 public preschools are located in 35215.
What is the racial composition of students in 35215?
35215 public preschools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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