For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,076 students in 35630, AL (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,238 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 35630, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 35630, AL are Florence Middle School, Weeden Elementary School and Hibbett School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35630 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35630, AL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35630, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Florence Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
648 North Cherry
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-3100
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-3100
Gr: 7-8 | 649 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Weeden Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Baldwin Street
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2900
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2900
Gr: PK-4 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #33.
Hibbett School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1601 Appleby Blvd
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2800
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2800
Gr: 5-6 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #44.
Harlan Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2233 Mcburney Dr
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2700
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2700
Gr: PK-4 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #55.
Florence High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1201 Bradshaw Dr
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2200
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2200
Gr: 10-12 | 1,074 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: n/an/a
1203 Bradshaw Drive
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2400
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2400
Gr: 9 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: n/an/a
Florence Learning Center
Alternative School
610 W College St
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-3022
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-3022
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
300 Rogers Lane
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 757-3106
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 757-3106
Gr: PK-6 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
35630, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1701 Cole St
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2300
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2300
Gr: PK-4 | 224 students Minority enrollment: 33%
955 Beale Street
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-3400
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-3400
Gr: PK | 54 students Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35630, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35630, AL include Florence Middle School, Weeden Elementary School and Hibbett School.
How many public schools are located in 35630?
8 public schools are located in 35630.
What percentage of students in 35630 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 35630 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35630?
35630 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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