For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,912 students in Gardendale, AL (there are 5 private schools, serving 810 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in Gardendale, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Gardendale, AL are Snow Rogers Elementary School, Gardendale Elementary School and Bragg Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gardendale, AL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Gardendale have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Gardendale, AL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Snow Rogers Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2636 Snow Rogers Rd
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 379-5400
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 379-5400
Grades: PK-5
| 390 students
Rank: #22.
Gardendale Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
860 Bauers Ln
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 379-3550
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 379-3550
Grades: PK-5
| 679 students
Rank: #33.
Bragg Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
840 Hazels Way
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 379-2600
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 379-2600
Grades: 6-8
| 780 students
Rank: #44.
Gardendale High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
800 Main St
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 379-3600
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 379-3600
Grades: 9-12
| 1,063 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Gardendale, AL?
The top ranked public schools in Gardendale, AL include Snow Rogers Elementary School, Gardendale Elementary School and Bragg Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Gardendale?
4 public schools are located in Gardendale.
What percentage of students in Gardendale go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in Gardendale are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Gardendale?
Gardendale public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Gardendale are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Gardendale include: Snow Rogers Elementary School vs. Gardendale Elementary School, Gardendale Elementary School vs. Snow Rogers Elementary School
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