For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,105 students in 35550, AL.
The top ranked public schools in 35550, AL are Cordova Elementary School, Bankhead Middle School and Cordova High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35550 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35550, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35550, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cordova Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
35 North St
Cordova, AL 35550
(205) 483-7666
Cordova, AL 35550
(205) 483-7666
Gr: PK-4 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Bankhead Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
110 School Rd
Cordova, AL 35550
(205) 483-7245
Cordova, AL 35550
(205) 483-7245
Gr: 5-8 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Cordova High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
183 School Road
Cordova, AL 35550
(205) 483-7404
Cordova, AL 35550
(205) 483-7404
Gr: 9-12 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35550, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35550, AL include Cordova Elementary School, Bankhead Middle School and Cordova High School.
How many public schools are located in 35550?
3 public schools are located in 35550.
What is the racial composition of students in 35550?
35550 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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