For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 275 students in 36278, AL.
The top-ranked public preschool in 36278, AL is Wedowee Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 36278 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 36278, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 36278, AL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wedowee Elementary School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
940 Woodland Ave West
Wedowee, AL 36278
(256) 357-4588
Wedowee, AL 36278
(256) 357-4588
Gr: PK-3 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
36278, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Randolphroanoke Career Technology Center (Closed 2021)
Vocational School
960 Main Stsouth
Wedowee, AL 36278
(256) 357-2839
Wedowee, AL 36278
(256) 357-2839
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 36278, AL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 36278, AL include Wedowee Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 36278?
1 public preschools are located in 36278.
What is the racial composition of students in 36278?
36278 public preschools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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