For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,489 students in 35633, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 216 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 35633, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 35633, AL are Forest Hills School, Underwood Elementary School and Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35633 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35633, AL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35633, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Forest Hills School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
101 Stovall Dr
Florence, AL 35633
(256) 768-2500
Florence, AL 35633
(256) 768-2500
Grades: PK-4
| 827 students
Rank: #22.
Underwood Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4725 Highway 157
Florence, AL 35633
(256) 764-8939
Florence, AL 35633
(256) 764-8939
Grades: PK-6
| 352 students
Rank: #33.
Central High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3000 County Road 200
Florence, AL 35633
(256) 764-2903
Florence, AL 35633
(256) 764-2903
Grades: 7-12
| 603 students
Rank: n/an/a
3000 County Road 200
Florence, AL 35633
(256) 764-2903
Florence, AL 35633
(256) 764-2903
Grades: PK-6
| 707 students
35633, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
12101 Highway 157 N
Florence, AL 35633
(256) 764-4816
Florence, AL 35633
(256) 764-4816
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35633, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35633, AL include Forest Hills School, Underwood Elementary School and Central High School.
How many public schools are located in 35633?
4 public schools are located in 35633.
What percentage of students in 35633 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 35633 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35633?
35633 public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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