For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,357 students in 35906, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35906, AL are John S Jones Elementary School and Rainbow Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35906 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35906, AL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35906, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
John S Jones Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
301 Lumley Rd
Rainbow City, AL 35906
(256) 442-2900
Rainbow City, AL 35906
(256) 442-2900
Grades: PK-5
| 734 students
Rank: #22.
Rainbow Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
454 Lumbley Rd
Rainbow City, AL 35906
(256) 442-1095
Rainbow City, AL 35906
(256) 442-1095
Grades: 6-8
| 623 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 35906, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35906, AL include John S Jones Elementary School and Rainbow Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35906?
2 public elementary schools are located in 35906.
What is the racial composition of students in 35906?
35906 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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