For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,393 students in 35055, AL (there are , serving 576 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 35055, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 35055, AL are East Elementary School, Cullman Middle School and West Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35055 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35055, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35055, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
East Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
608 4th Ave Se
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 734-2232
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 734-2232
Grades: 2-6
| 603 students
Rank: #22.
Cullman Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
800 2nd Ave Ne
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 734-7959
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 734-7959
Grades: 7-8
| 488 students
Rank: #33.
West Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
303 Rosemont Ave Sw
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 734-4271
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 734-4271
Grades: 2-6
| 592 students
Rank: #44.
Cullman High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
510 13th St Ne
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 734-3923
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 734-3923
Grades: 9-12
| 986 students
Rank: #55.
Welti Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8545 County Road 747
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 734-4956
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 734-4956
Grades: PK-5
| 194 students
Rank: n/an/a
Cullman City Career Technical
Vocational School
301 First Street Ne
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 734-2233
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 734-2233
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
900 Hoehn Drive Ne
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 775-0234
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 775-0234
Grades: PK-1
| 530 students
Rank: n/an/a
Cullman Community Comprehensive Learning Center
Alternative School
301 1st Street Ne
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 734-2233
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 734-2233
Grades: 1-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35055, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35055, AL include East Elementary School, Cullman Middle School and West Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 35055?
8 public schools are located in 35055.
What percentage of students in 35055 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 35055 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35055?
35055 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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