For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 471 students in Cottondale, FL.
The top-ranked public preschool in Cottondale, FL is Cottondale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cottondale, FL public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in Cottondale have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Cottondale, FL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cottondale Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2766 Levy St
Cottondale, FL 32431
(850) 482-9820
Cottondale, FL 32431
(850) 482-9820
Gr: PK-5 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Cottondale, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in Cottondale, FL include Cottondale Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Cottondale?
1 public preschools are located in Cottondale.
What is the racial composition of students in Cottondale?
Cottondale public preschools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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