For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,058 students in 35674, AL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 35674, AL are New Bethel Elementary School and Colbert Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 35674 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 35674, AL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 35674, AL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Bethel Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
900 New Bethel Road
Tuscumbia, AL 35674
(256) 383-6471
Tuscumbia, AL 35674
(256) 383-6471
Gr: PK-6 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Colbert Heights Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1551 Sunset Dr
Tuscumbia, AL 35674
(256) 381-6132
Tuscumbia, AL 35674
(256) 381-6132
Gr: PK-6 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: n/an/a
601 Joe Wheeler Hwy
Tuscumbia, AL 35674
(256) 389-2940
Tuscumbia, AL 35674
(256) 389-2940
Gr: PK-2 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 35674, AL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 35674, AL include New Bethel Elementary School and Colbert Heights Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 35674?
3 public preschools are located in 35674.
What is the racial composition of students in 35674?
35674 public preschools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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