For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,077 students in 35962, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 32 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 35962, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 35962, AL are Crossville Elementary School, Crossville Middle School and Crossville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35962 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35962, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35962, AL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crossville Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
15755 Al Hwy 68
Crossville, AL 35962
(256) 925-0300
Crossville, AL 35962
(256) 925-0300
Gr: K-3 | 658 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Crossville Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
63 Justice Street
Crossville, AL 35962
(256) 528-7859
Crossville, AL 35962
(256) 528-7859
Gr: 4-8 | 770 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Crossville High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5405 Co Road 28
Crossville, AL 35962
(256) 528-7858
Crossville, AL 35962
(256) 528-7858
Gr: 9-12 | 649 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35962, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35962, AL include Crossville Elementary School, Crossville Middle School and Crossville High School.
How many public schools are located in 35962?
3 public schools are located in 35962.
What percentage of students in 35962 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 35962 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35962?
35962 public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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