For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,082 students in 35646, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 6 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 35646, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 35646, AL are Hatton Elementary School, Leighton Elementary School and Colbert County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35646 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35646, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35646, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hatton Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2130 Hatton School Rd
Leighton, AL 35646
(256) 446-5679
Leighton, AL 35646
(256) 446-5679
Grades: PK-6
| 234 students
Rank: #22.
Leighton Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8100 Old Highway 20
Leighton, AL 35646
(256) 446-8351
Leighton, AL 35646
(256) 446-8351
Grades: PK-6
| 375 students
Rank: #33.
Colbert County High School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2200 High School St
Leighton, AL 35646
(256) 446-8214
Leighton, AL 35646
(256) 446-8214
Grades: 7-12
| 473 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35646, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35646, AL include Hatton Elementary School, Leighton Elementary School and Colbert County High School.
How many public schools are located in 35646?
3 public schools are located in 35646.
What percentage of students in 35646 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 35646 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35646?
35646 public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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