For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 384 students in 35228, AL.
The top ranked public preschool in 35228, AL is Midfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 35228 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 35228, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 35228, AL Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Midfield Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
416 Parkwood St
Birmingham, AL 35228
(205) 923-7727
Birmingham, AL 35228
(205) 923-7727
Gr: PK-4 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1
35228, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Jefferson County Counseling Learning Center-w (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
5201 Sugar Ray Dr
Birmingham, AL 35228
(205) 379-4300
Birmingham, AL 35228
(205) 379-4300
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 35228, AL?
The top ranked public preschools in 35228, AL include Midfield Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 35228?
1 public preschools are located in 35228.
What is the racial composition of students in 35228?
35228 public preschools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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