For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 688 students in 35905, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35905, AL are Glencoe Elementary School and Glencoe Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35905 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35905, AL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35905, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glencoe Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
207 N College St
Gadsden, AL 35905
(256) 492-4709
Gadsden, AL 35905
(256) 492-4709
Gr: PK-4 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Glencoe Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
809 Lonesome Bend Rd
Gadsden, AL 35905
(256) 492-5627
Gadsden, AL 35905
(256) 492-5627
Gr: 5-8 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35905, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35905, AL include Glencoe Elementary School and Glencoe Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35905?
2 public elementary schools are located in 35905.
What is the racial composition of students in 35905?
35905 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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