For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,214 students in 35085, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35085, AL are Jemison Elementary School and Jemison Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35085 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35085, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35085, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jemison Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1495 County Road 44
Jemison, AL 35085
(205) 280-4820
Jemison, AL 35085
(205) 280-4820
Gr: PK-3 | 759 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Jemison Intermediate School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1491 County Road 44
Jemison, AL 35085
(205) 280-4840
Jemison, AL 35085
(205) 280-4840
Gr: 4-6 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
35085, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
25195 Us Highway 31
Jemison, AL 35085
(205) 280-4860
Jemison, AL 35085
(205) 280-4860
Gr: 9-12 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 35085, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35085, AL include Jemison Elementary School and Jemison Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35085?
2 public elementary schools are located in 35085.
What is the racial composition of students in 35085?
35085 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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