For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,865 students in 35611, AL (there are 3 private schools, serving 993 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 35611, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 35611, AL are Brookhill Elementary School, Julian Newman Elementary School and Athens Renaissance School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35611 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35611, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35611, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Brookhill Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
320 Brookhill Dr
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6603
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6603
Grades: K-3
| 348 students
Rank: #22.
Julian Newman Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
601 S Clinton Street
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6630
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6630
Grades: PK-3
| 382 students
Rank: #33.
Athens Renaissance School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
405 South Street East
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 614-3708
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 614-3708
Grades: K-12
| 785 students
Rank: #44.
Athens Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
515 N Madison St
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6609
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6609
Grades: PK-3
| 442 students
Rank: #55.
Athens Intermediate School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1916 Us Hwy 72 W
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 230-2880
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 230-2880
Grades: 4-5
| 607 students
Rank: #66.
Blue Springs Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
16787 Hardy Road
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 729-4092
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 729-4092
Grades: PK-5
| 499 students
Rank: #77.
Athens Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 Hwy 31 North
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6620
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6620
Grades: 6-8
| 911 students
Rank: #88.
Clements High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7730 Highway 72 W
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 729-6564
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 729-6564
Grades: 6-12
| 560 students
Rank: #99.
James L Cowart Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1701 W Hobbs St
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6627
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6627
Grades: K-3
| 331 students
Rank: n/an/a
Limestone County Area Vocational Technology
Vocational School
505 E Sanderfer Rd
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6463
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6463
Grades: 10-12
| n/a students
35611, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
201 West Green Street Suite B1
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6801
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6801
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
15199 Brownsferry Rd
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6678
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6678
Grades: K-6
| 161 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35611, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35611, AL include Brookhill Elementary School, Julian Newman Elementary School and Athens Renaissance School.
How many public schools are located in 35611?
10 public schools are located in 35611.
What percentage of students in 35611 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 35611 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35611?
35611 public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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