For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,995 students in 35404, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35404, AL are Tuscaloosa Magnet School Elementary School, Tuscaloosa Magnet School Middle School and Arcadia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35404 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35404, AL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35404, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tuscaloosa Magnet School Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
315 Mcfarland Blvd E
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 759-3655
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 759-3655
Gr: 1-5 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Tuscaloosa Magnet School Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
315 Mcfarland Blvd E
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 759-3653
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 759-3653
Gr: 6-8 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #33.
Arcadia Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3740 Arcadia Drive
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 759-3567
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 759-3567
Gr: PK-5 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #44.
The Alberta School Of Performing Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2700 University Blvd E
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 759-3564
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 759-3564
Gr: PK-8 | 632 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Holt Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1001 Crescent Ridge Road
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 342-2650
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 342-2650
Gr: PK-5 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
35404, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1300 21st St E
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 759-3622
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 759-3622
Gr: PK-5 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
2605 Southview Drive
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 759-3653
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 759-3653
Gr: 6-8 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Tuscaloosa County Alternative School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
7 Nunnelly Dr
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 342-2662
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 342-2662
Gr: 4-12 | 34 students Minority enrollment: 68%
315 Mcfarland Blvd E
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 759-3652
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 759-3652
Gr: 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35404, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35404, AL include Tuscaloosa Magnet School Elementary School, Tuscaloosa Magnet School Middle School and Arcadia Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35404?
5 public elementary schools are located in 35404.
What is the racial composition of students in 35404?
35404 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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