For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,962 students in 35633, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35633, AL are Forest Hills School and Underwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35633 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35633, AL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35633, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forest Hills School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
101 Stovall Dr
Florence, AL 35633
(256) 768-2500
Florence, AL 35633
(256) 768-2500
Gr: K-5 | 906 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Underwood Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4725 Highway 157
Florence, AL 35633
(256) 764-8939
Florence, AL 35633
(256) 764-8939
Gr: PK-6 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
3000 County Road 200
Florence, AL 35633
(256) 764-2903
Florence, AL 35633
(256) 764-2903
Gr: PK-6 | 713 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35633, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35633, AL include Forest Hills School and Underwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35633?
3 public elementary schools are located in 35633.
What is the racial composition of students in 35633?
35633 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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