For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 574 students in Salem, AL.
The top-ranked public preschool in Salem, AL is Wacoochee Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Salem, AL public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in Salem have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Salem, AL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wacoochee Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
125 Lee Road 254
Salem, AL 36874
(334) 664-4072
Salem, AL 36874
(334) 664-4072
Gr: PK-6 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Salem, AL?
The top-ranked public preschools in Salem, AL include Wacoochee Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Salem?
1 public preschools are located in Salem.
What is the racial composition of students in Salem?
Salem public preschools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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