For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,775 students in 35080, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35080, AL are Helena Intermediate School and Helena Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35080 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35080, AL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35080, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Helena Intermediate School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3500 Hwy 52
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 682-5520
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 682-5520
Gr: 3-5 | 932 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Helena Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1299 Hillsboro Parkway
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 682-5300
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 682-5300
Gr: 6-8 | 988 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: n/an/a
187 Third St
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 682-5540
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 682-5540
Gr: K-2 | 855 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
35080, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 35080, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35080, AL include Helena Intermediate School and Helena Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35080?
3 public elementary schools are located in 35080.
What is the racial composition of students in 35080?
35080 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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