For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 951 students in 35654, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in 35654, AL are Tharptown Elementary School and Tharptown High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35654 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35654, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35654, AL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tharptown Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
145 Highway 80
Russellville, AL 35654
(256) 332-3404
Russellville, AL 35654
(256) 332-3404
Gr: PK-6 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Tharptown High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
255 Highway 80
Russellville, AL 35654
(256) 332-6485
Russellville, AL 35654
(256) 332-6485
Gr: 7-12 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35654, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35654, AL include Tharptown Elementary School and Tharptown High School.
How many public schools are located in 35654?
2 public schools are located in 35654.
What is the racial composition of students in 35654?
35654 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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