For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,461 students in 35111, AL (there are 2 private schools, serving 190 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 35111, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 35111, AL are Lake View Elementary School, Mcadory Elementary School and Mcadory Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35111 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35111, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35111, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake View Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
21610 Youngblood Parkway
Mc Calla, AL 35111
(205) 342-2951
Mc Calla, AL 35111
(205) 342-2951
Gr: PK-5 | 744 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Mcadory Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6251 Eastern Valley Rd
Mc Calla, AL 35111
(205) 379-4650
Mc Calla, AL 35111
(205) 379-4650
Gr: PK-5 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Mcadory Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5450 Yellow Jacket Boulevard
Mc Calla, AL 35111
(205) 379-4730
Mc Calla, AL 35111
(205) 379-4730
Gr: 6-8 | 841 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #44.
Mcadory High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4800 Mcadory School Rd
Mc Calla, AL 35111
(205) 379-4700
Mc Calla, AL 35111
(205) 379-4700
Gr: 9-12 | 1,259 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35111, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35111, AL include Lake View Elementary School, Mcadory Elementary School and Mcadory Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 35111?
4 public schools are located in 35111.
What percentage of students in 35111 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 35111 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35111?
35111 public schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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