For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 890 students in 35043, AL.
The top ranked public preschool in 35043, AL is Chelsea Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 35043 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 35043, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 35043, AL Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chelsea Park Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9000 Chelsea Park Trail
Chelsea, AL 35043
(205) 682-6700
Chelsea, AL 35043
(205) 682-6700
Grades: PK-5
| 890 students
35043, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2315 Highway 39
Chelsea, AL 35043
(205) 682-7220
Chelsea, AL 35043
(205) 682-7220
Grades: 4-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 35043, AL?
The top ranked public preschools in 35043, AL include Chelsea Park Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 35043?
1 public preschools are located in 35043.
What is the racial composition of students in 35043?
35043 public preschools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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