For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,368 students in 36544, AL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 36544, AL are Anna F Booth Elementary School, Saint Elmo Elementary School and Dixon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 36544 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 36544, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 36544, AL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Anna F Booth Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
17001 Hurricane Blvd
Irvington, AL 36544
(251) 824-1740
Irvington, AL 36544
(251) 824-1740
Gr: PK-5 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Saint Elmo Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8666 Mcdonald Rd
Irvington, AL 36544
(251) 957-6314
Irvington, AL 36544
(251) 957-6314
Gr: PK-5 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #33.
Dixon Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8650 Four Mile Rd
Irvington, AL 36544
(251) 824-4314
Irvington, AL 36544
(251) 824-4314
Gr: PK-5 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 36544, AL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 36544, AL include Anna F Booth Elementary School, Saint Elmo Elementary School and Dixon Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 36544?
3 public preschools are located in 36544.
What is the racial composition of students in 36544?
36544 public preschools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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