For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 643 students in Cordova, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Cordova, AL are Cordova Elementary School and Bankhead Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cordova, AL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Cordova have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Cordova, AL (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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Cordova, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Cordova, AL include Cordova Elementary School and Bankhead Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Cordova?
2 public elementary schools are located in Cordova.
What is the racial composition of students in Cordova?
Cordova public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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