For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,384 students in 35907, AL.
The top ranked public schools in 35907, AL are Southside Elementary School and Southside High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35907 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35907, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35907, AL Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southside Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2551 Highway 77
Gadsden, AL 35907
(256) 442-1090
Gadsden, AL 35907
(256) 442-1090
Gr: PK-5 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Southside High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2361 School Drive
Gadsden, AL 35907
(256) 442-2172
Gadsden, AL 35907
(256) 442-2172
Gr: 9-12 | 818 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35907, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35907, AL include Southside Elementary School and Southside High School.
How many public schools are located in 35907?
2 public schools are located in 35907.
What is the racial composition of students in 35907?
35907 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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