For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,520 students in 35903, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35903, AL are Hokes Bluff Elementary School, Donehoo Elementary School and Litchfield Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35903 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35903, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35903, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hokes Bluff Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5375 Main Street
Gadsden, AL 35903
(256) 492-5571
Gadsden, AL 35903
(256) 492-5571
Gr: PK-5 | 610 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Donehoo Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1109 E Broad St
Gadsden, AL 35903
(256) 546-3604
Gadsden, AL 35903
(256) 546-3604
Gr: PK-5 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
Litchfield Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1109 Hoke St
Gadsden, AL 35903
(256) 492-6793
Gadsden, AL 35903
(256) 492-6793
Gr: 6-8 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
Adams Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
919 Raley St
Gadsden, AL 35903
(256) 492-4952
Gadsden, AL 35903
(256) 492-4952
Gr: K-5 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: n/an/a
C I T Y Program
Alternative School
435 E Chestnut
Gadsden, AL 35903
(256) 543-2489
Gadsden, AL 35903
(256) 543-2489
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35903, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35903, AL include Hokes Bluff Elementary School, Donehoo Elementary School and Litchfield Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35903?
5 public elementary schools are located in 35903.
What is the racial composition of students in 35903?
35903 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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