For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,820 students in 35071, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 35071 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35071, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35071, AL Public Elementary 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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35071, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35071, AL include Snow Rogers Elementary School, Gardendale Elementary School and Bragg Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35071?
3 public elementary schools are located in 35071.
What is the racial composition of students in 35071?
35071 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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