For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,074 students in 36603, AL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 36603, AL are W H Council Traditional School and Florence Howard Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 36603 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 36603, AL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 36603, AL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
W H Council Traditional School
Magnet School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
751 Wilkinson St
Mobile, AL 36603
(251) 221-1139
Mobile, AL 36603
(251) 221-1139
Gr: PK-5 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
Florence Howard Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
957 Dr Martin L King Jr Ave
Mobile, AL 36603
(251) 221-1406
Mobile, AL 36603
(251) 221-1406
Gr: PK-5 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 36603, AL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 36603, AL include W H Council Traditional School and Florence Howard Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 36603?
2 public preschools are located in 36603.
What is the racial composition of students in 36603?
36603 public preschools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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