For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,498 students in 35404, AL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 35404, AL are Arcadia Elementary School, The Alberta School Of Performing Arts and Holt Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 35404 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 35404, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 35404, AL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arcadia Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3740 Arcadia Drive
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 759-3567
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 759-3567
Gr: PK-5 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
The Alberta School Of Performing Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2700 University Blvd E
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 759-3564
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 759-3564
Gr: PK-8 | 632 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Holt Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1001 Crescent Ridge Road
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 342-2650
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 342-2650
Gr: PK-5 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 35404, AL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 35404, AL include Arcadia Elementary School, The Alberta School Of Performing Arts and Holt Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 35404?
3 public preschools are located in 35404.
What is the racial composition of students in 35404?
35404 public preschools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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