For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 311 students in 36862, AL.
The top-ranked public preschool in 36862, AL is Lafayette Eastside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 36862 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 36862, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 36862, AL Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lafayette Eastside Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
300 Ave A Se
Lafayette, AL 36862
(334) 864-8274
Lafayette, AL 36862
(334) 864-8274
Gr: PK-8 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 36862, AL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 36862, AL include Lafayette Eastside Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 36862?
1 public preschools are located in 36862.
What is the racial composition of students in 36862?
36862 public preschools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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