For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,202 students in 35148, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35148, AL are Sumiton Elementary School and Sumiton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35148 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35148, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35148, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sumiton Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
71 1st Street North
Sumiton, AL 35148
(205) 648-5656
Sumiton, AL 35148
(205) 648-5656
Gr: PK-4 | 708 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Sumiton Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
275 1st St N
Sumiton, AL 35148
(205) 648-2390
Sumiton, AL 35148
(205) 648-2390
Gr: 5-8 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 35148, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35148, AL include Sumiton Elementary School and Sumiton Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35148?
2 public elementary schools are located in 35148.
What is the racial composition of students in 35148?
35148 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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