For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,729 students in 35474, AL.
The top ranked public schools in 35474, AL are Big Sandy Elementary School, Moundville Elementary School and Hale County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35474 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35474, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35474, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Big Sandy Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11950 Upper Hull Road
Moundville, AL 35474
(205) 342-2840
Moundville, AL 35474
(205) 342-2840
Gr: PK-5 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Moundville Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
537 Alabama Ave
Moundville, AL 35474
(205) 371-2679
Moundville, AL 35474
(205) 371-2679
Gr: PK-5 | 604 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Hale County Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
120 Wildcat Way
Moundville, AL 35474
(205) 371-7000
Moundville, AL 35474
(205) 371-7000
Gr: 6-8 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Hale County High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
50 Wildcat Way
Moundville, AL 35474
(205) 371-2514
Moundville, AL 35474
(205) 371-2514
Gr: 9-12 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35474, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35474, AL include Big Sandy Elementary School, Moundville Elementary School and Hale County Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 35474?
4 public schools are located in 35474.
What is the racial composition of students in 35474?
35474 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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