For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,611 students in 35124, AL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 35124, AL are Pelham Oaks, Pelham Ridge and Linda Nolen Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 35124 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 35124, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 35124, AL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pelham Oaks
(Math: 41% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2200 Highway 33
Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 624-3703
Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 624-3703
Gr: PK-5 | 750 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Pelham Ridge
(Math: 37% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
251 Applegate Parkway
Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 624-3704
Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 624-3704
Gr: PK-5 | 783 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Linda Nolen Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2280 Highwy 35
Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 682-5800
Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 682-5800
Gr: PK-12 | 78 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: n/an/a
Star Program Elementary School
Alternative School
2280 Highway 35
Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 682-5800
Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 682-5800
Gr: PK-5
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 35124, AL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 35124, AL include Pelham Oaks, Pelham Ridge and Linda Nolen Learning Center.
How many public preschools are located in 35124?
4 public preschools are located in 35124.
What is the racial composition of students in 35124?
35124 public preschools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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