For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 929 students in 35127, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35127, AL are Jefferson County International Baccalaureate School and Pleasant Grove Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35127 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35127, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35127, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
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 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
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-6 | 595 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
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 elementary schools in 35127, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35127, AL include Jefferson County International Baccalaureate School and Pleasant Grove Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35127?
2 public elementary schools are located in 35127.
What is the racial composition of students in 35127?
35127 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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