For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 4,169 students in 35811, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35811, AL are Riverton Elementary School, Mt Carmel Elementary School and Riverton Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35811 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35811, AL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35811, AL Public Elementary 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 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
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 | 638 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
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 | 872 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #44.
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 | 610 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #55.
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: 6-12 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #66.
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 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #77.
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 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #88.
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 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
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
35811, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35811, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35811, AL include Riverton Elementary School, Mt Carmel Elementary School and Riverton Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35811?
9 public elementary schools are located in 35811.
What is the racial composition of students in 35811?
35811 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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