For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,836 students in 36532, AL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 36532, AL are Fairhope West Elementary School and J Larry Newton School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 36532 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 36532, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 36532, AL Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fairhope West Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
408 N Section Street
Fairhope, AL 36532
(251) 928-8400
Fairhope, AL 36532
(251) 928-8400
Gr: PK-6 | 990 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
J Larry Newton School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9761 County Road 32
Fairhope, AL 36532
(251) 990-3858
Fairhope, AL 36532
(251) 990-3858
Gr: PK-6 | 846 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
36532, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Baldwin County Alternative School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
6925 Twin Beech Rd
Fairhope, AL 36532
(251) 928-5172
Fairhope, AL 36532
(251) 928-5172
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 36532, AL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 36532, AL include Fairhope West Elementary School and J Larry Newton School.
How many public preschools are located in 36532?
2 public preschools are located in 36532.
What is the racial composition of students in 36532?
36532 public preschools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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