For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 502 students in Cottonwood, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Cottonwood, AL is Cottonwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cottonwood, AL public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Cottonwood have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% 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 Cottonwood, AL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cottonwood Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
663 Houston St
Cottonwood, AL 36320
(334) 691-2587
Cottonwood, AL 36320
(334) 691-2587
Gr: PK-6 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Cottonwood, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Cottonwood, AL include Cottonwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Cottonwood?
1 public elementary schools are located in Cottonwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Cottonwood?
Cottonwood public elementary schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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