For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,647 students in 35603, AL (there are 3 private schools, serving 553 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 35603, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 35603, AL are Priceville Elementary School, Frances Nungester Elementary School and Julian Harris Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35603 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35603, AL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 35603, AL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Priceville Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
438 Cave Springs Road
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 341-9202
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 341-9202
Grades: PK-5
| 696 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Frances Nungester Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
726 Tammy St Sw
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 552-3079
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 552-3079
Grades: PK-5
| 385 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Julian Harris Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1922 Mcauliffe Dr Sw
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 552-3096
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 552-3096
Grades: PK-5
| 385 students
Rank: #44.
Priceville Junior High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
311 Highway 67 South
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 355-5104
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 355-5104
Grades: 5-8
| 506 students
Rank: #55.
Priceville High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2650 N Bethel Rd
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 353-1950
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 353-1950
Grades: 9-12
| 477 students
Rank: #66.
Austin Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2715 Danville Rd Sw
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 552-4622
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 552-4622
Grades: 6-8
| 753 students
Rank: #77.
Chestnut Grove Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3205 Cedarhurst Dr Sw
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 552-3092
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 552-3092
Grades: PK-5
| 445 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35603, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35603, AL include Priceville Elementary School, Frances Nungester Elementary School and Julian Harris Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 35603, AL?
7 public schools are located in 35603, AL.
What percentage of students in 35603, AL go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 35603, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35603, AL?
35603, AL public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 47% (majority Black).
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