For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,849 students in 35010, AL (there are , serving 406 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 35010, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 35010, AL are Nathaniel H Stephens Elementary School, William L Radney Elementary School and Alexander City Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35010 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35010, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35010, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Nathaniel H Stephens Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
851 Laurel St
Alexander City, AL 35010
(256) 234-8631
Alexander City, AL 35010
(256) 234-8631
Grades: 3-4
| 428 students
Rank: #22.
William L Radney Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
140 Allison Drive
Alexander City, AL 35010
(256) 234-8636
Alexander City, AL 35010
(256) 234-8636
Grades: 5-6
| 412 students
Rank: #33.
Alexander City Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
359 State St
Alexander City, AL 35010
(256) 234-8660
Alexander City, AL 35010
(256) 234-8660
Grades: 7-8
| 427 students
Rank: #44.
Benjamin Russell High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
225 Heard Blvd
Alexander City, AL 35010
(256) 234-8611
Alexander City, AL 35010
(256) 234-8611
Grades: 9-12
| 843 students
Rank: n/an/a
1240 Scott Rd
Alexander City, AL 35010
(256) 234-8625
Alexander City, AL 35010
(256) 234-8625
Grades: PK-2
| 739 students
35010, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Career Technology Center (Closed 2005)
Vocational School
1375 Junior College Dr
Alexander City, AL 35010
(256) 234-8641
Alexander City, AL 35010
(256) 234-8641
Grades: 10-12
| n/a students
Tallapoosa Area Vocational Training High School (Closed 2007)
Vocational School
225 Heard Blvd
Alexander City, AL 35010
(256) 234-8611
Alexander City, AL 35010
(256) 234-8611
Grades: 11-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35010, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35010, AL include Nathaniel H Stephens Elementary School, William L Radney Elementary School and Alexander City Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 35010?
5 public schools are located in 35010.
What percentage of students in 35010 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 35010 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35010?
35010 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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