For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,379 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 31%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35906, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35906, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John S Jones Elementary School
(Math: 56% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 745 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Rainbow Middle School
(Math: 23% | 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
Gr: 6-8 | 634 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
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 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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