For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 314 students in 36040, AL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 36040, AL are Jacksonsteele Elementary School and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 36040 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 36040, 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 36040, AL Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jacksonsteele Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
570 Freedom Rd
Hayneville, AL 36040
(334) 872-0758
Hayneville, AL 36040
(334) 872-0758
Gr: PK-5 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
141 Main St
Hayneville, AL 36040
(334) 563-7319
Hayneville, AL 36040
(334) 563-7319
Gr: PK-5 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
36040, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
403 Highway 97 S
Hayneville, AL 36040
(334) 548-2414
Hayneville, AL 36040
(334) 548-2414
Gr: K-3 | 171 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 36040, AL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 36040, AL include Jacksonsteele Elementary School and Central Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 36040?
2 public preschools are located in 36040.
What is the racial composition of students in 36040?
36040 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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