For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,569 students in 38506, TN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 38506, TN are Algood Elementary School, Prescott South Elementary School and Park View School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 38506 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in 38506, TN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public preschool average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38506, TN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Algood Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2525 Old Walton Rd
Cookeville, TN 38506
(931) 303-0362
Cookeville, TN 38506
(931) 303-0362
Gr: PK-4 | 495 students Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Prescott South Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
115 W. Cemetery Rd
Cookeville, TN 38506
(931) 526-2275
Cookeville, TN 38506
(931) 526-2275
Gr: PK-4 | 535 students Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Park View School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2000 Lee Seminary Rd
Cookeville, TN 38506
(931) 526-2516
Cookeville, TN 38506
(931) 526-2516
Gr: PK-4 | 416 students Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 38506, TN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 38506, TN include Algood Elementary School, Prescott South Elementary School and Park View School.
How many public preschools are located in 38506?
4 public preschools are located in 38506.
What is the racial composition of students in 38506?
38506 public preschools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public preschools average of 43% (majority Black).
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