For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 530 students in 35160, AL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 35160, AL are Raymond L Young Elementary School and Stemley Road Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 35160 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 35160, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 35160, AL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Raymond L Young Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
200 E Damon Ave
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5888
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5888
Gr: PK-K | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Stemley Road Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2760 Stemley Bridge Rd
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5325
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5325
Gr: PK-6 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 35160, AL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 35160, AL include Raymond L Young Elementary School and Stemley Road Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 35160?
2 public preschools are located in 35160.
What is the racial composition of students in 35160?
35160 public preschools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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