For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 313 students in Chatom, AL.
The top-ranked public preschool in Chatom, AL is Chatom Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chatom, AL public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in Chatom have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Chatom, AL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chatom Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
592 Ray Coaker Rd
Chatom, AL 36518
(251) 847-2946
Chatom, AL 36518
(251) 847-2946
Gr: PK-4 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Chatom, AL?
The top-ranked public preschools in Chatom, AL include Chatom Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Chatom?
1 public preschools are located in Chatom.
What is the racial composition of students in Chatom?
Chatom public preschools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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