For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 656 students in Hamilton, AL.
The top ranked public preschool in Hamilton, AL is Hamilton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hamilton, AL public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in Hamilton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Hamilton, AL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
784 10th Ave Sw
Hamilton, AL 35570
(205) 921-2145
Hamilton, AL 35570
(205) 921-2145
Grades: PK-4
| 656 students
Hamilton, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Marion County Alternative School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
188 Winchester Dr
Hamilton, AL 35570
(205) 952-9083
Hamilton, AL 35570
(205) 952-9083
Grades: 5-12
| 15 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Hamilton, AL?
The top ranked public preschools in Hamilton, AL include Hamilton Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Hamilton?
1 public preschools are located in Hamilton.
What is the racial composition of students in Hamilton?
Hamilton public preschools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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