For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,265 students in 35079, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35079, AL are Hayden Elementary School and Hayden Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35079 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35079, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35079, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hayden Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4111 State Highway 160
Hayden, AL 35079
(205) 647-6578
Hayden, AL 35079
(205) 647-6578
Gr: 3-4 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Hayden Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
310 Second Avenue
Hayden, AL 35079
(205) 647-3083
Hayden, AL 35079
(205) 647-3083
Gr: 5-7 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
160 Bracken Ln
Hayden, AL 35079
(205) 647-2103
Hayden, AL 35079
(205) 647-2103
Gr: PK-2 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35079, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35079, AL include Hayden Elementary School and Hayden Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35079?
3 public elementary schools are located in 35079.
What is the racial composition of students in 35079?
35079 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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