For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,404 students in 36265, AL.
The top ranked public preschools in 36265, AL are Pleasant Valley Elementary School and Kitty Stone Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 36265 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 36265, AL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 36265, AL Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pleasant Valley Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
265 Mark Green Road
Jacksonville, AL 36265
(256) 741-6600
Jacksonville, AL 36265
(256) 741-6600
Grades: PK-6
| 463 students
Rank: #22.
Kitty Stone Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1200 James Hopkins Rd Sw
Jacksonville, AL 36265
(256) 782-5191
Jacksonville, AL 36265
(256) 782-5191
Grades: PK-6
| 941 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 36265, AL?
The top ranked public preschools in 36265, AL include Pleasant Valley Elementary School and Kitty Stone Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 36265?
2 public preschools are located in 36265.
What is the racial composition of students in 36265?
36265 public preschools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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