For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,693 students in 35956, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in 35956, AL are Whitesboro Elementary School, Carlisle Elementary School and Sardis Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35956 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35956, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35956, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Whitesboro Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5080 Leeth Gap Rd
Boaz, AL 35956
(256) 622-1110
Boaz, AL 35956
(256) 622-1110
Gr: PK-5 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Carlisle Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8025 Us Highway 431
Boaz, AL 35956
(256) 622-1115
Boaz, AL 35956
(256) 622-1115
Gr: PK-5 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Sardis Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1415 Sardis Drive
Boaz, AL 35956
(256) 622-1120
Boaz, AL 35956
(256) 622-1120
Gr: 6-8 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #44.
Sardis High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1420 Church St
Boaz, AL 35956
(256) 593-5221
Boaz, AL 35956
(256) 593-5221
Gr: 9-12 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35956, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35956, AL include Whitesboro Elementary School, Carlisle Elementary School and Sardis Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 35956?
4 public schools are located in 35956.
What is the racial composition of students in 35956?
35956 public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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