For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,141 students in 35079, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in 35079, AL are Hayden Elementary School, Hayden Middle School and Hayden High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35079 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35079, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35079, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hayden Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4111 State Highway 160
Hayden, AL 35079
(205) 647-6578
Hayden, AL 35079
(205) 647-6578
Gr: 3-4 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Hayden Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
310 Second Avenue
Hayden, AL 35079
(205) 647-3083
Hayden, AL 35079
(205) 647-3083
Gr: 5-7 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Hayden High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
125 Atwood Road
Hayden, AL 35079
(205) 647-0397
Hayden, AL 35079
(205) 647-0397
Gr: 8-12 | 798 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
160 Bracken Ln
Hayden, AL 35079
(205) 647-2103
Hayden, AL 35079
(205) 647-2103
Gr: PK-2 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35079, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35079, AL include Hayden Elementary School, Hayden Middle School and Hayden High School.
How many public schools are located in 35079?
4 public schools are located in 35079.
What is the racial composition of students in 35079?
35079 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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