For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,080 students in 35904, AL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 35904, AL are Mitchell Elementary School, Highland Elementary School and Walnut Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 35904 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 35904, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 35904, AL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mitchell Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1501 Noccalula Rd
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-2711
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-2711
Gr: PK-5 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3156 Tabor Rd
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-7409
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-7409
Gr: PK-6 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Walnut Park Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3200 Walnut St
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-4665
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-4665
Gr: PK-5 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #44.
Floyd Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
601 Black Creek Rd
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-0836
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 546-0836
Gr: PK-5 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 35904, AL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 35904, AL include Mitchell Elementary School, Highland Elementary School and Walnut Park Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 35904?
4 public preschools are located in 35904.
What is the racial composition of students in 35904?
35904 public preschools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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