For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,387 students in 36265, AL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 36265, AL are Pleasant Valley Elementary School and Kitty Stone Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 36265 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 36265, AL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 36265, AL Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pleasant Valley Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
265 Mark Green Road
Jacksonville, AL 36265
(256) 741-6600
Jacksonville, AL 36265
(256) 741-6600
Gr: PK-6 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Kitty Stone Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1200 James Hopkins Rd Sw
Jacksonville, AL 36265
(256) 782-5191
Jacksonville, AL 36265
(256) 782-5191
Gr: PK-6 | 929 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 36265, AL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 36265, AL include Pleasant Valley Elementary School and Kitty Stone Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 36265?
2 public preschools are located in 36265.
What is the racial composition of students in 36265?
36265 public preschools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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