For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,561 students in 36854, AL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 36854, AL are Beulah Elementary School, Bob Hardingshawmut Elementary School and Fairfax Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 36854 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 36854, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 36854, AL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beulah Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4747 Lee Road 270
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 705-6021
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 705-6021
Gr: PK-6 | 670 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Bob Hardingshawmut Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3301 23rd Dr
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 710-2803
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 710-2803
Gr: PK-2 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Fairfax Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
502 Blvd
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 756-2966
Valley, AL 36854
(334) 756-2966
Gr: PK-5 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 36854, AL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 36854, AL include Beulah Elementary School, Bob Hardingshawmut Elementary School and Fairfax Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 36854?
3 public preschools are located in 36854.
What is the racial composition of students in 36854?
36854 public preschools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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