For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,469 students in 35811, AL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 35811, AL are Riverton Elementary School, Mt Carmel Elementary School and Central School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 35811 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 35811, AL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 35811, AL Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverton Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2615 Winchester Road
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 851-4650
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 851-4650
Gr: PK-3 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Mt Carmel Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
335 Homer Nance Road
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 851-4660
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 851-4660
Gr: PK-3 | 638 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Central School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
990 Ryland Pike
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 851-4670
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 851-4670
Gr: PK-8 | 610 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Chapman Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2006 Reuben Dr
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 428-7640
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 428-7640
Gr: PK-5 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #55.
Martin Luther King Jr Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3112 Meridian St N
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 428-7100
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 428-7100
Gr: PK-5 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
35811, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 35811, AL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 35811, AL include Riverton Elementary School, Mt Carmel Elementary School and Central School.
How many public preschools are located in 35811?
5 public preschools are located in 35811.
What is the racial composition of students in 35811?
35811 public preschools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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