For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,887 students in 35603, AL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 35603, AL are Priceville Elementary School, Frances Nungester Elementary School and Julian Harris Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 35603 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 35603, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 35603, AL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Priceville Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
438 Cave Springs Road
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 341-9202
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 341-9202
Gr: PK-4 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Frances Nungester Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
726 Tammy St Sw
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 552-3079
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 552-3079
Gr: PK-5 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Julian Harris Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1922 Mcauliffe Dr Sw
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 552-3096
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 552-3096
Gr: PK-5 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #44.
Chestnut Grove Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3205 Cedarhurst Dr Sw
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 552-3092
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 552-3092
Gr: PK-5 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 35603, AL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 35603, AL include Priceville Elementary School, Frances Nungester Elementary School and Julian Harris Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 35603?
4 public preschools are located in 35603.
What is the racial composition of students in 35603?
35603 public preschools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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