For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 623 students in 35217, AL.
The top ranked public preschool in 35217, AL is Inglenook School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 35217 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 35217, 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 35217, AL Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Inglenook School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4120 Inglenook Street
Birmingham, AL 35217
(205) 231-3310
Birmingham, AL 35217
(205) 231-3310
Gr: PK-8 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
1269 Portland St
Birmingham, AL 35217
(205) 841-7541
Birmingham, AL 35217
(205) 841-7541
Gr: PK-2 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
35217, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Tarrant Alternative School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
1318 Alabama St
Birmingham, AL 35217
(205) 849-3717
Birmingham, AL 35217
(205) 849-3717
Gr: 5-12
Tarrant Ed Center (Closed 2015)
Vocational School
1318 Alabama St
Birmingham, AL 35217
(205) 849-3700
Birmingham, AL 35217
(205) 849-3700
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 35217, AL?
The top ranked public preschools in 35217, AL include Inglenook School.
How many public preschools are located in 35217?
2 public preschools are located in 35217.
What is the racial composition of students in 35217?
35217 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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