For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 591 students in Leighton, AL.
The top-ranked public preschools in Leighton, AL are Hatton Elementary School and Leighton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Leighton, AL public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in Leighton have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Leighton, AL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hatton Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2130 Hatton School Rd
Leighton, AL 35646
(256) 446-5679
Leighton, AL 35646
(256) 446-5679
Gr: PK-6 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Leighton Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8100 Old Highway 20
Leighton, AL 35646
(256) 446-8351
Leighton, AL 35646
(256) 446-8351
Gr: PK-6 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Leighton, AL?
The top-ranked public preschools in Leighton, AL include Hatton Elementary School and Leighton Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Leighton?
2 public preschools are located in Leighton.
What is the racial composition of students in Leighton?
Leighton public preschools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Leighton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Leighton include: Leighton Elementary School vs. Hatton Elementary School, Hatton Elementary School vs. Leighton Elementary School
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