For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,090 students in 35967, AL.
The top ranked public preschools in 35967, AL are Williams Avenue Elementary School and Ruhuma Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 35967 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 35967, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 35967, AL Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Williams Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 54% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1700 Williams Ave Ne
Fort Payne, AL 35967
(256) 845-0626
Fort Payne, AL 35967
(256) 845-0626
Grades: PK
| 153 students
Rank: #22.
Ruhuma Junior High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3371 County Road 81
Fort Payne, AL 35967
(256) 845-3377
Fort Payne, AL 35967
(256) 845-3377
Grades: PK-8
| 163 students
Rank: n/an/a
4111 Williams Ave Ne
Fort Payne, AL 35967
(256) 845-3201
Fort Payne, AL 35967
(256) 845-3201
Grades: PK-2
| 774 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 35967, AL?
The top ranked public preschools in 35967, AL include Williams Avenue Elementary School and Ruhuma Junior High School.
How many public preschools are located in 35967?
3 public preschools are located in 35967.
What is the racial composition of students in 35967?
35967 public preschools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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