For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,161 students in 35406, AL (there are 2 private schools, serving 658 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 35406, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 35406, AL are Rock Quarry Elementary School, Verner Elementary School and Northridge Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35406 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35406, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35406, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rock Quarry Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2000 Rock Quarry Dr
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 759-8347
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 759-8347
Grades: PK-5
| 655 students
Rank: #22.
Verner Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2701 Northridge Rd
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 759-3667
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 759-3667
Grades: PK-5
| 621 students
Rank: #33.
Northridge Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3811 Northridge Road
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 759-3578
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 759-3578
Grades: 6-8
| 727 students
Rank: #44.
Northridge High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2901 Northridge Rd
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 759-3590
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 759-3590
Grades: 9-12
| 1,158 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35406, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35406, AL include Rock Quarry Elementary School, Verner Elementary School and Northridge Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 35406?
4 public schools are located in 35406.
What percentage of students in 35406 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 35406 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35406?
35406 public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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