For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,875 students in 35244, AL.
The top ranked public preschools in 35244, AL are Riverchase Elementary School, Trace Crossings Elementary School and South Shades Crest Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 35244 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 35244, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 35244, AL Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverchase Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1950 Old Montgomery Highway
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-3400
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-3400
Gr: PK-5 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Trace Crossings Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5454 Learning Lane
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-2700
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-2700
Gr: PK-5 | 758 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
South Shades Crest Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 55% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3770 South Shades Crest Rd
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-3000
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-3000
Gr: PK-2 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
35244, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Hoover High Freshman Center (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
6055 Flemming Parkway
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1610
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1610
Gr: 9
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 35244, AL?
The top ranked public preschools in 35244, AL include Riverchase Elementary School, Trace Crossings Elementary School and South Shades Crest Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 35244?
3 public preschools are located in 35244.
What is the racial composition of students in 35244?
35244 public preschools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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