For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 729 students in 35761, AL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 35761, AL are New Market School and Walnut Grove School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 35761 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 35761, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is less than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 35761, AL Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Market School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
155 College St
New Market, AL 35761
(256) 851-3250
New Market, AL 35761
(256) 851-3250
Gr: PK-6 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Walnut Grove School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1961 Joe Quick Rd
New Market, AL 35761
(256) 851-4690
New Market, AL 35761
(256) 851-4690
Gr: PK-6 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 35761, AL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 35761, AL include New Market School and Walnut Grove School.
How many public preschools are located in 35761?
2 public preschools are located in 35761.
What is the racial composition of students in 35761?
35761 public preschools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is less than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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