For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 609 students in Leighton, AL.
The top ranked public preschools in Leighton, AL are Hatton Elementary School and Leighton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Leighton, AL public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in Leighton have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Leighton, AL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hatton Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2130 Hatton School Rd
Leighton, AL 35646
(256) 446-5679
Leighton, AL 35646
(256) 446-5679
Grades: PK-6
| 234 students
Rank: #22.
Leighton Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8100 Old Highway 20
Leighton, AL 35646
(256) 446-8351
Leighton, AL 35646
(256) 446-8351
Grades: PK-6
| 375 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Leighton, AL?
The top ranked public preschools in Leighton, AL include Hatton Elementary School and Leighton Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Leighton?
2 public preschools are located in Leighton.
What is the racial composition of students in Leighton?
Leighton public preschools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Leighton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Leighton include: Leighton Elementary School vs. Hatton Elementary School, Hatton Elementary School vs. Leighton Elementary School
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