For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,572 students in 35040, AL.
The top ranked public schools in 35040, AL are Calera Intermediate School and Calera High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35040 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35040, AL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 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 35040, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Calera Intermediate School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8454 Highway 31 South
Calera, AL 35040
(205) 682-6500
Calera, AL 35040
(205) 682-6500
Gr: 3-5 | 769 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Calera High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 Calera Eagle Drive
Calera, AL 35040
(205) 682-6100
Calera, AL 35040
(205) 682-6100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,053 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: n/an/a
855 10th St
Calera, AL 35040
(205) 682-6120
Calera, AL 35040
(205) 682-6120
Gr: K-2 | 750 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35040, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35040, AL include Calera Intermediate School and Calera High School.
How many public schools are located in 35040?
3 public schools are located in 35040.
What is the racial composition of students in 35040?
35040 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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