For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 2,255 students in 35160, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 32 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 35160, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 35160, AL are Raymond L Young Elementary School, Stemley Road Elementary School and C L Salter Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35160 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35160, 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 35160, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Raymond L Young Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
200 E Damon Ave
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5888
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5888
Gr: PK-K | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Stemley Road Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2760 Stemley Bridge Rd
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5325
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5325
Gr: PK-6 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #33.
C L Salter Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
106 Brecon Access Rd
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5822
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5822
Gr: 1-3 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #44.
Graham Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
403 Cedar St
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5777
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5777
Gr: PK-6 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #55.
Evelyn D Houston Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1310 Ashland Hwy
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5808
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5808
Gr: 4-6 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #66.
Zora Ellis Junior High School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
414 Elm St
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5700
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5700
Gr: 7-8 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #77.
Talladega County Central High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5104 Howell Cove Rd
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5340
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5340
Gr: 7-12 | 143 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #88.
Talladega High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1177 Mcmillan Street East
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5656
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5656
Gr: 9-12 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: n/an/a
Talladega Career Technical Center
Vocational School
110 Piccadilly Cir
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5676
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5676
Gr: 9-12
35160, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
415 Elm St
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5755
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5755
Gr: 6 | 235 students Minority enrollment: 59%
400 N Spring St
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5858
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5858
Gr: PK-6
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35160, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35160, AL include Raymond L Young Elementary School, Stemley Road Elementary School and C L Salter Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 35160?
9 public schools are located in 35160.
What percentage of students in 35160 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 35160 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35160?
35160 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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