For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 5,492 students in 35811, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 62 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 35811, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 35811, AL are Riverton Elementary School, Mt Carmel Elementary School and New Century Technology High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35811 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35811, AL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35811, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverton Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2615 Winchester Road
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 851-4650
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 851-4650
Gr: PK-3 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Mt Carmel Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
335 Homer Nance Road
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 851-4660
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 851-4660
Gr: PK-3 | 646 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
New Century Technology High School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2500 Meridian Street Nw
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 428-7800
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 428-7800
Gr: 9-12 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Riverton Intermediate School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
399 Homer Nance Road
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 851-4640
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 851-4640
Gr: 4-6 | 822 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #55.
Central School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
990 Ryland Pike
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 851-4670
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 851-4670
Gr: PK-8 | 637 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #66.
Madison County Virtual Academy
(Math: 15% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1275 Jordan Rd Building A
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 852-2557
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 852-2557
Gr: 5-12 | 649 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #77.
Chapman Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2006 Reuben Dr
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 428-7640
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 428-7640
Gr: PK-5 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #88.
Martin Luther King Jr Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3112 Meridian St N
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 428-7100
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 428-7100
Gr: PK-5 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #99.
Lee High School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2500 Meridian Street
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 428-8150
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 428-8150
Gr: 9-12 | 861 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #1010.
Chapman Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2006 Reuben Dr Ne
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 428-7640
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 428-7640
Gr: 6-8 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
Madison County Alternative School
Alternative School
1275 Jordan Rd
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 859-1148
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 859-1148
Gr: 1-12
Rank: n/an/a
Madison County Career Technical Center
Vocational School
1275 Jordan Rd Bldg A
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 852-2170
Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 852-2170
Gr: 9-12
35811, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35811, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35811, AL include Riverton Elementary School, Mt Carmel Elementary School and New Century Technology High School.
How many public schools are located in 35811?
12 public schools are located in 35811.
What percentage of students in 35811 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 35811 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35811?
35811 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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