For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,259 students in 36201, AL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 36201, AL are Coldwater Elementary School, Wellborn Elementary School and Cobb Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 36201 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 36201, AL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 36201, AL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Coldwater Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
530 Taylors Chapel Road
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 241-3870
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 241-3870
Gr: PK-4 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Wellborn Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
525 Cooper Cir
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 741-7500
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 741-7500
Gr: PK-6 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Cobb Preparatory Academy
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 20-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1325 Cobb Ave
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 231-5030
Anniston, AL 36201
(256) 231-5030
Gr: PK-K | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 36201, AL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 36201, AL include Coldwater Elementary School, Wellborn Elementary School and Cobb Preparatory Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 36201?
3 public preschools are located in 36201.
What is the racial composition of students in 36201?
36201 public preschools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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