For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,028 students in 35243, AL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 35243, AL are Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights and Rocky Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 35243 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 35243, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 35243, AL Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4401 Dolly Ridge Road
Birmingham, AL 35243
(205) 402-5480
Birmingham, AL 35243
(205) 402-5480
Gr: PK-5 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Rocky Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2876 Old Rocky Ridge Rd
Birmingham, AL 35243
(205) 439-2900
Birmingham, AL 35243
(205) 439-2900
Gr: PK-5 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
35243, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2650 Gresham Drive
Birmingham, AL 35243
(205) 379-3830
Birmingham, AL 35243
(205) 379-3830
Gr: PK-5 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 35243, AL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 35243, AL include Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights and Rocky Ridge Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 35243?
2 public preschools are located in 35243.
What is the racial composition of students in 35243?
35243 public preschools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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