For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 311 students in 36040, AL.
The top ranked public preschools in 36040, AL are Jacksonsteele Elementary School and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 36040 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 36040, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 36040, AL Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jacksonsteele Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
570 Freedom Rd
Hayneville, AL 36040
(334) 872-0758
Hayneville, AL 36040
(334) 872-0758
Grades: PK-5
| 130 students
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
141 Main St
Hayneville, AL 36040
(334) 563-7319
Hayneville, AL 36040
(334) 563-7319
Grades: PK-5
| 181 students
36040, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
403 Highway 97 S
Hayneville, AL 36040
(334) 548-2414
Hayneville, AL 36040
(334) 548-2414
Grades: K-3
| 171 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 36040, AL?
The top ranked public preschools in 36040, AL include Jacksonsteele Elementary School and Central Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 36040?
2 public preschools are located in 36040.
What is the racial composition of students in 36040?
36040 public preschools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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