For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,524 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 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35005, AL Public Schools (2026)
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: K-5 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
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: PK-5 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 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 | 668 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
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 | 978 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
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 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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