For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,529 students in 35453, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35453, AL are Cottondale Elementary School, Davisemerson Middle School and Eastwood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35453 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35453, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35453, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cottondale Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2301 Cottondale Ln
Cottondale, AL 35453
(205) 342-2642
Cottondale, AL 35453
(205) 342-2642
Gr: PK-5 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Davisemerson Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Bulldog Blvd
Cottondale, AL 35453
(205) 342-2750
Cottondale, AL 35453
(205) 342-2750
Gr: 6-8 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #33.
Eastwood Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6314 Mary Harmon Bryant Drive
Cottondale, AL 35453
(205) 759-3613
Cottondale, AL 35453
(205) 759-3613
Gr: 6-8 | 722 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 35453, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35453, AL include Cottondale Elementary School, Davisemerson Middle School and Eastwood Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35453?
3 public elementary schools are located in 35453.
What is the racial composition of students in 35453?
35453 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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