For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,021 students in 35401, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 233 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 35401, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 35401, AL are University Place Elementary School, Martin L King Jr Elementary School and Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35401 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35401, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 35401, AL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
University Place Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2000 First Avenue
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3664
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3664
Grades: PK-5
| 581 students
Rank: #22.
Martin L King Jr Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2430 Martin L King Jr Blvd
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3619
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3619
Grades: PK-5
| 491 students
Rank: #33.
Central High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
905 15th Street
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3720
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3720
Grades: 9-12
| 764 students
Rank: #44.
Oakdale Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5001 25th Street
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3626
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3626
Grades: PK-5
| 330 students
Rank: #55.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1510 Dinah Washington Ave
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3570
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3570
Grades: PK-5
| 310 students
Rank: #66.
Westlawn Middle School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1715 Martin L King Jr Blvd
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3673
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3673
Grades: 6-8
| 545 students
Rank: n/an/a
Tuscaloosa Career And Technology Academy
Vocational School
2800 Martin Luther King Jr Bou
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3649
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3649
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
35401, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Capstone (Closed 2021)
Charter School
820 20th Avenue
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 342-2846
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 342-2846
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Night High School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
1715 Martin Luther King Jr,blv
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3511
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3511
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Oak Hill School (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
3834 21st Street
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3629
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3629
Grades: 6-12
| 22 students
3834 21st St
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3646
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3646
Grades: 3-5
| 201 students
Tuscaloosa Alternative Learning Center (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1103 17th St
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3632
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3632
Grades: 6-12
| 70 students
2010 First Ave
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3631
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3631
Grades: 6-8
| 145 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35401, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35401, AL include University Place Elementary School, Martin L King Jr Elementary School and Central High School.
How many public schools are located in 35401, AL?
7 public schools are located in 35401, AL.
What percentage of students in 35401, AL go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 35401, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35401, AL?
35401, AL public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 47% (majority Black).
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