For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,102 students in 36116, AL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 36116, AL are Crump Elementary School, Johnson Elementary School and Lead Academy Building A. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 36116 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 36116, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 36116, AL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crump Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3510 Woodley Rd
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 284-8020
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 284-8020
Gr: PK-5 | 575 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Johnson Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4550 Narrow Lane Rd
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 284-8016
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 284-8016
Gr: PK-5 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Lead Academy Building A
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2897 Eastern Blvd
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 451-3127
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 451-3127
Gr: PK-3 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
4445 Brewbaker Dr
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 284-8005
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 284-8005
Gr: PK-2 | 651 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
4015 Mcinnis Rd
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 223-6801
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 223-6801
Gr: PK | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 36:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 36116, AL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 36116, AL include Crump Elementary School, Johnson Elementary School and Lead Academy Building A.
How many public preschools are located in 36116?
5 public preschools are located in 36116.
What is the racial composition of students in 36116?
36116 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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