For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 486 students in 35616, AL.
The top ranked public schools in 35616, AL are Cherokee Elementary School and Cherokee High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35616 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35616, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 35616, AL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cherokee Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1305 North Pike
Cherokee, AL 35616
(256) 359-6422
Cherokee, AL 35616
(256) 359-6422
Grades: PK-6
| 260 students
Rank: #22.
Cherokee High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
850 High School Dr
Cherokee, AL 35616
(256) 359-4434
Cherokee, AL 35616
(256) 359-4434
Grades: 7-12
| 226 students
35616, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4595 Old Lee Highway
Cherokee, AL 35616
(256) 359-6432
Cherokee, AL 35616
(256) 359-6432
Grades: 5-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35616, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35616, AL include Cherokee Elementary School and Cherokee High School.
How many public schools are located in 35616, AL?
2 public schools are located in 35616, AL.
What is the racial composition of students in 35616, AL?
35616, AL public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 47% (majority Black).
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