For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,011 students in 35905, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 116 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 35905, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 35905, AL are Glencoe Elementary School, Glencoe Middle School and Glencoe High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35905 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35905, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 35905, AL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Glencoe Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
207 N College St
Gadsden, AL 35905
(256) 492-4709
Gadsden, AL 35905
(256) 492-4709
Grades: PK-4
| 379 students
Rank: #22.
Glencoe Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
809 Lonesome Bend Rd
Gadsden, AL 35905
(256) 492-5627
Gadsden, AL 35905
(256) 492-5627
Grades: 5-8
| 307 students
Rank: #33.
Glencoe High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
803 Lonesome Bend Rd
Gadsden, AL 35905
(256) 492-2250
Gadsden, AL 35905
(256) 492-2250
Grades: 9-12
| 325 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35905, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35905, AL include Glencoe Elementary School, Glencoe Middle School and Glencoe High School.
How many public schools are located in 35905, AL?
3 public schools are located in 35905, AL.
What percentage of students in 35905, AL go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 35905, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35905, AL?
35905, AL public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 47% (majority Black).
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