For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 773 students in 35473, AL.
The top ranked public schools in 35473, AL are Faucettvestavia Elementary School and Flatwoods Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35473 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35473, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35473, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Faucettvestavia Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1150 Vestavia Circle
Northport, AL 35473
(205) 342-2646
Northport, AL 35473
(205) 342-2646
Grades: PK-4
| 335 students
Rank: #22.
Flatwoods Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3800 66th Ave
Northport, AL 35473
(205) 342-2648
Northport, AL 35473
(205) 342-2648
Grades: PK-4
| 438 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35473, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35473, AL include Faucettvestavia Elementary School and Flatwoods Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 35473?
2 public schools are located in 35473.
What is the racial composition of students in 35473?
35473 public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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