For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,677 students in 35401, AL.
The top ranked public preschools in 35401, AL are University Place Elementary School, Martin L King Jr Elementary School and Oakdale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 35401 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 35401, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 35401, AL Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
University Place Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2000 First Avenue
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3664
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3664
Grades: PK-5
| 612 students
Rank: #22.
Martin L King Jr Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2430 Martin L King Jr Blvd
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3619
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3619
Grades: PK-5
| 475 students
Rank: #33.
Oakdale Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5001 25th Street
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3626
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3626
Grades: PK-5
| 289 students
Rank: #44.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1510 Dinah Washington Ave
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3570
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3570
Grades: PK-5
| 301 students
35401, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Night High School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
1715 Martin Luther King Jr,blv
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3511
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3511
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Oak Hill School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
3834 21st Street
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3629
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3629
Grades: 6-12
| 22 students
3834 21st St
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3646
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3646
Grades: 3-5
| 201 students
Tuscaloosa Alternative Learning Center (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1103 17th St
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3632
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3632
Grades: 6-12
| 70 students
2010 First Ave
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3631
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3631
Grades: 6-8
| 145 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 35401, AL?
The top ranked public preschools in 35401, AL include University Place Elementary School, Martin L King Jr Elementary School and Oakdale Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 35401?
4 public preschools are located in 35401.
What is the racial composition of students in 35401?
35401 public preschools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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