For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,582 students in 35023, AL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 35023, AL are Oak Grove Elementary School, Concord Elementary School and Hueytown Primary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 35023 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 35023, AL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 35023, AL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oak Grove Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9000 Tiger Cub Trail
Bessemer, AL 35023
(205) 379-2450
Bessemer, AL 35023
(205) 379-2450
Gr: PK-5 | 575 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Concord Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1886 Learning Lane
Bessemer, AL 35023
(205) 379-3150
Bessemer, AL 35023
(205) 379-3150
Gr: PK-5 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Hueytown Primary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1921 Primary School Drive
Bessemer, AL 35023
(205) 379-4950
Bessemer, AL 35023
(205) 379-4950
Gr: PK-2 | 602 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
35023, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Jefferson County Couns And Learning Ctrwest (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
131 Dabbs Avenue
Bessemer, AL 35023
(205) 379-4130
Bessemer, AL 35023
(205) 379-4130
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 35023, AL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 35023, AL include Oak Grove Elementary School, Concord Elementary School and Hueytown Primary School.
How many public preschools are located in 35023?
3 public preschools are located in 35023.
What is the racial composition of students in 35023?
35023 public preschools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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