For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,153 students in 35611, AL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 35611, AL are Brookhill Elementary School, Julian Newman Elementary School and Athens 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 43% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), 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 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 35611, AL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brookhill Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
320 Brookhill Dr
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6603
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6603
Gr: PK-3 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Julian Newman Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | 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
Gr: PK-3 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Athens Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | 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
Gr: PK-3 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #44.
Blue Springs Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
16787 Hardy Road
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 729-4092
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 729-4092
Gr: PK-5 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #55.
James L Cowart Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1701 W Hobbs St
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6627
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6627
Gr: PK-3 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 35611, AL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 35611, AL include Brookhill Elementary School, Julian Newman Elementary School and Athens Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 35611?
5 public preschools are located in 35611.
What is the racial composition of students in 35611?
35611 public preschools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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