For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,375 students in 36830, AL.
Public preschools in zipcode 36830 have a diversity score of 0.70, which is more than the Alabama public preschool average of 0.63.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 36830, AL Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cary Woods Elementary School
(Math: 98% | Reading: 98% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
715 Sanders St
Auburn, AL 36830
(334) 887-4940
Auburn, AL 36830
(334) 887-4940
Grades: PK-2
| 466 students
Rank: #22.
Dean Road Elementary School
(Math: 93% | Reading: 96% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
335 S Dean Rd
Auburn, AL 36830
(334) 887-4900
Auburn, AL 36830
(334) 887-4900
Grades: PK-2
| 408 students
Rank: n/an/a
721 E University Dr
Auburn, AL 36830
(334) 887-4950
Auburn, AL 36830
(334) 887-4950
Grades: PK-2
| 501 students
36830, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
The Learning Tree Birmingham (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
421 Opelika Rd
Auburn, AL 36830
(334) 649-4420
Auburn, AL 36830
(334) 649-4420
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 36830, AL?
The top ranked public preschools in 36830, AL include Cary Woods Elementary School and Dean Road Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 36830?
3 public preschools are located in 36830.
What is the racial composition of students in 36830?
36830 public preschools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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