For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 619 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 50% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Cordova, AL (2026-27)
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: K-4 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 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 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 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 50% (majority Black).
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