For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,691 students in 35444, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in 35444, AL are Brookwood Elementary School and Brookwood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35444 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35444, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35444, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brookwood Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
16049 Highway 216
Brookwood, AL 35444
(205) 342-2668
Brookwood, AL 35444
(205) 342-2668
Gr: PK-5 | 597 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Brookwood High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
12250 George Richmond Parkway
Brookwood, AL 35444
(205) 342-2777
Brookwood, AL 35444
(205) 342-2777
Gr: 9-12 | 1,094 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35444, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35444, AL include Brookwood Elementary School and Brookwood High School.
How many public schools are located in 35444?
2 public schools are located in 35444.
What is the racial composition of students in 35444?
35444 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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