For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 1,338 students in 35173, AL.
The top-ranked public preschool in 35173, AL is Paine Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 35173 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 35173, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 35173, AL Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paine Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7600 Gadsden Highway
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 228-3200
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 228-3200
Gr: PK-5 | 1,338 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
35173, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
425 Cherokee Dr
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 379-3850
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 379-3850
Gr: K-4 | 1,396 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
601 Parkway Dr
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 379-4000
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 379-4000
Gr: 8-9 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
7500 Gadsden Highway
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 228-3200
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 228-3200
Gr: K-2 | 924 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 35173, AL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 35173, AL include Paine Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 35173?
1 public preschools are located in 35173.
What is the racial composition of students in 35173?
35173 public preschools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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