For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,323 students in 35611, AL.
The top ranked public preschools in 35611, AL are Julian Newman Elementary School, Athens Elementary School and Blue Springs Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 35611 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 35611, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 35611, AL Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Julian Newman Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
601 S Clinton Street
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6630
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6630
Grades: PK-3
| 382 students
Rank: #22.
Athens Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
515 N Madison St
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6609
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6609
Grades: PK-3
| 442 students
Rank: #33.
Blue Springs Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
16787 Hardy Road
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 729-4092
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 729-4092
Grades: PK-5
| 499 students
35611, Alabama 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
201 West Green Street Suite B1
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6801
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6801
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
15199 Brownsferry Rd
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6678
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6678
Grades: K-6
| 161 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 35611, AL?
The top ranked public preschools in 35611, AL include Julian Newman Elementary School, Athens Elementary School and Blue Springs Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 35611?
3 public preschools are located in 35611.
What is the racial composition of students in 35611?
35611 public preschools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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