For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 6,037 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 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35173, AL Public Schools (2025)
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 | 547 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
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 | 387 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
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 | 1,342 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
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 | 1,139 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
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 | 1,597 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 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 | 1,025 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
35173, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
425 Cherokee Dr
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 379-3850
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 379-3850
Gr: K-4 | 1,396 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
601 Parkway Dr
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 379-4000
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 379-4000
Gr: 8-9 | 598 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
7500 Gadsden Highway
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 228-3200
Trussville, AL 35173
(205) 228-3200
Gr: K-2 | 924 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
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 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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