For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 5,957 students in 35173, AL (there are 3 private schools, serving 679 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 35173, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 35173, AL are Cahaba Elementary School, Magnolia Elementary School and Paine Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35173 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35173, AL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35173, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cahaba Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
301 Parkway Drive
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 228-3400
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 228-3400
Gr: K-5 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Magnolia Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5400 Hidden Way Lane
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 228-3500
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 228-3500
Gr: K-5 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Paine Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7600 Gadsden Highway
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 228-3200
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 228-3200
Gr: PK-5 | 1,338 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #44.
Hewitttrussville Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5275 Trussville Clay Road
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 228-3700
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 228-3700
Gr: 6-8 | 1,163 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #55.
Hewitttrussville High School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6450 Husky Parkway
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 228-4000
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 228-4000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,571 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #66.
Claychalkville Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6700 Trussvilleclay Rd
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 379-3100
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 379-3100
Gr: 6-8 | 952 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35173, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35173, AL include Cahaba Elementary School, Magnolia Elementary School and Paine Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 35173?
6 public schools are located in 35173.
What percentage of students in 35173 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 35173 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35173?
35173 public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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