For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,146 students in 35016, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35016, AL are Arab Elementary School, Arab Junior High School and Brindlee Mountain Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35016 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35016, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35016, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arab Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
241 8th Ave Ne
Arab, AL 35016
(256) 586-6085
Arab, AL 35016
(256) 586-6085
Gr: 3-5 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Arab Junior High School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
911 Old Cullman Rd
Arab, AL 35016
(256) 586-6074
Arab, AL 35016
(256) 586-6074
Gr: 6-8 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Brindlee Mountain Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2233 Shoal Creek Rd
Arab, AL 35016
(256) 753-2246
Arab, AL 35016
(256) 753-2246
Gr: 3-5 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: n/an/a
121 Mimosa St Ne
Arab, AL 35016
(256) 586-6005
Arab, AL 35016
(256) 586-6005
Gr: PK-2 | 698 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35016, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35016, AL include Arab Elementary School, Arab Junior High School and Brindlee Mountain Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35016?
4 public elementary schools are located in 35016.
What is the racial composition of students in 35016?
35016 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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