For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,707 students in 35179, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 59 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 35179, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 35179, AL are Vinemont Elementary School, West Point Middle School and West Point Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35179 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35179, AL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35179, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vinemont Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
105 High School Road
Vinemont, AL 35179
(256) 734-0314
Vinemont, AL 35179
(256) 734-0314
Gr: PK-5 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
West Point Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4545 County Road 1141
Vinemont, AL 35179
(256) 734-5904
Vinemont, AL 35179
(256) 734-5904
Gr: 6-8 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
West Point Intermediate School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4541 County Road 1141
Vinemont, AL 35179
(256) 734-8019
Vinemont, AL 35179
(256) 734-8019
Gr: 4-5 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
Vinemont Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
170 High School Rd
Vinemont, AL 35179
(256) 739-1943
Vinemont, AL 35179
(256) 739-1943
Gr: 6-8 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #55.
Vinemont High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
165 High School Road
Vinemont, AL 35179
(256) 734-0571
Vinemont, AL 35179
(256) 734-0571
Gr: 9-12 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35179, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35179, AL include Vinemont Elementary School, West Point Middle School and West Point Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in 35179?
5 public schools are located in 35179.
What percentage of students in 35179 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 35179 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35179?
35179 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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