For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,081 students in 35824, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in 35824, AL are Williams Elementary School and Williams Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35824 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35824, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35824, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Williams Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
155 Barren Fork Blvd Sw
Huntsville, AL 35824
(256) 428-7540
Huntsville, AL 35824
(256) 428-7540
Gr: PK-5 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Williams Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
155 Barren Fork Blvd Sw
Huntsville, AL 35824
(256) 428-7330
Huntsville, AL 35824
(256) 428-7330
Gr: 6-8 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35824, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35824, AL include Williams Elementary School and Williams Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 35824?
2 public schools are located in 35824.
What is the racial composition of students in 35824?
35824 public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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