For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,568 students in 35085, AL (there are , serving 214 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 35085, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 35085, AL are Jemison Elementary School, Jemison Intermediate School and Jemison Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35085 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35085, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35085, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jemison Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1495 County Road 44
Jemison, AL 35085
(205) 280-4820
Jemison, AL 35085
(205) 280-4820
Grades: PK-3
| 759 students
Rank: #22.
Jemison Intermediate School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1491 County Road 44
Jemison, AL 35085
(205) 280-4840
Jemison, AL 35085
(205) 280-4840
Grades: 4-6
| 455 students
Rank: #33.
Jemison Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
25095 Us Hwy 31
Jemison, AL 35085
(205) 280-4840
Jemison, AL 35085
(205) 280-4840
Grades: 7-8
| 354 students
35085, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
25195 Us Highway 31
Jemison, AL 35085
(205) 280-4860
Jemison, AL 35085
(205) 280-4860
Grades: 9-12
| 685 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35085, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35085, AL include Jemison Elementary School, Jemison Intermediate School and Jemison Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 35085?
3 public schools are located in 35085.
What percentage of students in 35085 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 35085 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35085?
35085 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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