For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 1,162 students in 36542, AL.
The top ranked public preschool in 36542, AL is Gulf Shores Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 36542 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Alabama public pre school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 36542, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Alabama public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public preschool average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 36542, AL Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gulf Shores Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1600 E 3rd St
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 968-7375
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 968-7375
Grades: PK-5
| 1,162 students
36542, Alabama 九游体育s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1600 East 3rd St
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 968-7375
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 968-7375
Grades: PK-6
| 1,065 students
450 E 15th Ave
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 968-8719
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 968-8719
Grades: 7-8
| 441 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 36542, AL?
The top ranked public preschools in 36542, AL include Gulf Shores Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 36542?
1 public preschools are located in 36542.
What is the racial composition of students in 36542?
36542 public preschools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public preschools average of 48% (majority Black).
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