For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,469 students in 35127, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in 35127, AL are Jefferson County International Baccalaureate School, Pleasant Grove Elementary School and Fultondale High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35127 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35127, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35127, AL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson County International Baccalaureate School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 96%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
805 7th Ave
Pleasant Grove, AL 35127
(205) 379-5280
Pleasant Grove, AL 35127
(205) 379-5280
Gr: 6-8 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Pleasant Grove Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
601 Park Rd
Pleasant Grove, AL 35127
(205) 379-5200
Pleasant Grove, AL 35127
(205) 379-5200
Gr: PK-5 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Fultondale High School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2023 Wildcat Parkway
Pleasant Grove, AL 35127
(205) 379-3500
Pleasant Grove, AL 35127
(205) 379-3500
Gr: 6-12 | 848 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #44.
Pleasant Grove High School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
100 Spartan Drive
Pleasant Grove, AL 35127
(205) 379-5250
Pleasant Grove, AL 35127
(205) 379-5250
Gr: 6-12 | 752 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
35127, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
805 7th Ave
Pleasant Grove, AL 35127
(205) 379-5280
Pleasant Grove, AL 35127
(205) 379-5280
Gr: 6-8 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35127, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35127, AL include Jefferson County International Baccalaureate School, Pleasant Grove Elementary School and Fultondale High School.
How many public schools are located in 35127?
4 public schools are located in 35127.
What is the racial composition of students in 35127?
35127 public schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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