For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,618 students in 35005, AL.
The top ranked public schools in 35005, AL are Adamsville Elementary School, Uw Clemon Elementary School and Minor Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35005 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35005, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35005, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Adamsville Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4600 Hazelwood Road
Adamsville, AL 35005
(205) 379-2400
Adamsville, AL 35005
(205) 379-2400
Gr: PK-5 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Uw Clemon Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2021 Uw Clemon Parkway
Adamsville, AL 35005
(205) 379-3250
Adamsville, AL 35005
(205) 379-3250
Gr: K-5 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Minor Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
400 Hillcrest Rd
Adamsville, AL 35005
(205) 379-2550
Adamsville, AL 35005
(205) 379-2550
Gr: 6-8 | 687 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Minor High School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2285 Minor Pkwy
Adamsville, AL 35005
(205) 379-4750
Adamsville, AL 35005
(205) 379-4750
Gr: 9-12 | 1,011 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35005, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35005, AL include Adamsville Elementary School, Uw Clemon Elementary School and Minor Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 35005?
4 public schools are located in 35005.
What is the racial composition of students in 35005?
35005 public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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