For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 688 students in 35905, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35905, AL are Glencoe Elementary School and Glencoe Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø elementary schools in zipcode 35905 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35905, AL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35905, AL ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glencoe Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
207 N College St
Gadsden, AL 35905
(256) 492-4709
Gadsden, AL 35905
(256) 492-4709
Gr: PK-4 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Glencoe Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
809 Lonesome Bend Rd
Gadsden, AL 35905
(256) 492-5627
Gadsden, AL 35905
(256) 492-5627
Gr: 5-8 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 35905, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35905, AL include Glencoe Elementary School and Glencoe Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35905?
2 public elementary schools are located in 35905.
What is the racial composition of students in 35905?
35905 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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