For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 605 students in 35579, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 35579, AL is Oakman Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35579 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35579, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35579, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oakman Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
142 School St
Oakman, AL 35579
(205) 622-3611
Oakman, AL 35579
(205) 622-3611
Gr: 5-8 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: n/an/a
142 School Street
Oakman, AL 35579
(205) 622-3790
Oakman, AL 35579
(205) 622-3790
Gr: PK-4 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35579, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35579, AL include Oakman Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35579?
2 public elementary schools are located in 35579.
What is the racial composition of students in 35579?
35579 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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