For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,019 students in Gordo, AL.
The top ranked public schools in Gordo, AL are Gordo Elementary School and Gordo High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gordo, AL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Gordo have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Gordo, AL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gordo Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
535 4th St Nw
Gordo, AL 35466
(205) 364-8480
Gordo, AL 35466
(205) 364-8480
Gr: PK-6 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Gordo High School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
630 4th St Nw
Gordo, AL 35466
(205) 364-7353
Gordo, AL 35466
(205) 364-7353
Gr: 7-12 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Gordo, AL?
The top ranked public schools in Gordo, AL include Gordo Elementary School and Gordo High School.
How many public schools are located in Gordo?
2 public schools are located in Gordo.
What is the racial composition of students in Gordo?
Gordo public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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