For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 876 students in 35049, AL.
The top ranked public schools in 35049, AL are Cleveland Elementary School and Cleveland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35049 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35049, AL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35049, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cleveland Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
115 Stadium Dr
Cleveland, AL 35049
(205) 775-2040
Cleveland, AL 35049
(205) 775-2040
Grades: PK-6
| 513 students
Rank: #22.
Cleveland High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
71 High School St
Cleveland, AL 35049
(205) 775-2030
Cleveland, AL 35049
(205) 775-2030
Grades: 7-12
| 363 students
Rank: n/an/a
Blount County Career Technical Center
Vocational School
61500 Us Highway 231
Cleveland, AL 35049
(205) 775-2080
Cleveland, AL 35049
(205) 775-2080
Grades: 10-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Blount County Learning Center
Special Education School
189 Horton Ln
Cleveland, AL 35049
(205) 775-1980
Cleveland, AL 35049
(205) 775-1980
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35049, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35049, AL include Cleveland Elementary School and Cleveland High School.
How many public schools are located in 35049?
4 public schools are located in 35049.
What is the racial composition of students in 35049?
35049 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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