For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,896 students in 35071, AL (there are 5 private schools, serving 810 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 35071, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 35071, 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.
Public schools in zipcode 35071 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35071, AL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35071, AL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Snow Rogers Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2636 Snow Rogers Rd
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 379-5400
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 379-5400
Gr: PK-5 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Gardendale Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
860 Bauers Ln
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 379-3550
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 379-3550
Gr: PK-5 | 700 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
Bragg Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
840 Hazels Way
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 379-2600
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 379-2600
Gr: 6-8 | 731 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #44.
Gardendale High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
800 Main St
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 379-3600
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 379-3600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,076 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35071, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35071, AL include Snow Rogers Elementary School, Gardendale Elementary School and Bragg Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 35071?
4 public schools are located in 35071.
What percentage of students in 35071 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 35071 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35071?
35071 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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