For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 466 students in 35481, AL.
The top ranked public schools in 35481, AL are Reform Elementary School and Pickens County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35481 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35481, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35481, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Reform Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
815 7th Ave Sw
Reform, AL 35481
(205) 375-6351
Reform, AL 35481
(205) 375-6351
Gr: PK-4 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Pickens County High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
205 4th Ave Se
Reform, AL 35481
(205) 375-2344
Reform, AL 35481
(205) 375-2344
Gr: 5-12 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35481, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35481, AL include Reform Elementary School and Pickens County High School.
How many public schools are located in 35481?
2 public schools are located in 35481.
What is the racial composition of students in 35481?
35481 public schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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