For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,519 students in 35803, AL (there are 3 private schools, serving 115 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 35803, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 35803, AL are Farley Elementary School, Mountain Gap Middle School and Mountain Gap Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35803 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Alabama public school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 35803, AL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 35803, AL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Farley Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2900 Green Cove Rd Sw
Huntsville, AL 35803
(256) 428-7160
Huntsville, AL 35803
(256) 428-7160
Grades: PK-5
| 340 students
Rank: #22.
Mountain Gap Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
821 Mountain Gap Road Se
Huntsville, AL 35803
(256) 428-7720
Huntsville, AL 35803
(256) 428-7720
Grades: 6-8
| 427 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Mountain Gap Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
821 Mountain Gap Road Se
Huntsville, AL 35803
(256) 428-7360
Huntsville, AL 35803
(256) 428-7360
Grades: PK-5
| 322 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Weatherly Heights Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1307 Cannstatt Drive Se
Huntsville, AL 35803
(256) 428-7460
Huntsville, AL 35803
(256) 428-7460
Grades: PK-5
| 474 students
Rank: #55.
Challenger Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13555 Chaney Thompson Rd
Huntsville, AL 35803
(256) 428-7060
Huntsville, AL 35803
(256) 428-7060
Grades: PK-5
| 500 students
Rank: #66.
Challenger Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
13555 Chaney Thompson Rd
Huntsville, AL 35803
(256) 428-7620
Huntsville, AL 35803
(256) 428-7620
Grades: 6-8
| 456 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35803, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35803, AL include Farley Elementary School, Mountain Gap Middle School and Mountain Gap Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 35803, AL?
6 public schools are located in 35803, AL.
What percentage of students in 35803, AL go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 35803, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35803, AL?
35803, AL public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 47% (majority Black).
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