Best 35097 Alabama Public Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 954 students in 35097, AL.
The top ranked public schools in 35097, AL are Locust Fork Elementary School and Locust Fork High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35097 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35097, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).

Best 35097, AL Public Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Locust Fork Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
155 School Rd
Locust Fork, AL 35097
(205) 681-9512
Grades: PK-6
| 539 students
Rank: #22.
Locust Fork High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
77 School Rd
Locust Fork, AL 35097
(205) 681-7846
Grades: 7-12
| 415 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 35097, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35097, AL include Locust Fork Elementary School and Locust Fork High School.
How many public schools are located in 35097?
2 public schools are located in 35097.
What is the racial composition of students in 35097?
35097 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).

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