For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,343 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 35% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 28%), 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35079, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hayden Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4111 State Highway 160
Hayden, AL 35079
(205) 647-6578
Hayden, AL 35079
(205) 647-6578
Grades: 3-4
| 273 students
Rank: #22.
Hayden Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
310 Second Avenue
Hayden, AL 35079
(205) 647-3083
Hayden, AL 35079
(205) 647-3083
Grades: 5-7
| 507 students
Rank: n/an/a
160 Bracken Ln
Hayden, AL 35079
(205) 647-2103
Hayden, AL 35079
(205) 647-2103
Grades: PK-2
| 563 students
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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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