For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,625 students in Leeds, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Leeds, AL are Leeds Elementary School and Leeds Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Leeds, AL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Leeds have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Leeds, AL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Leeds Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
950 Ashville Road
Leeds, AL 35094
(205) 699-4500
Leeds, AL 35094
(205) 699-4500
Grades: 2-5
| 635 students
Rank: #22.
Leeds Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1771 Whitmire Street
Leeds, AL 35094
(205) 699-4505
Leeds, AL 35094
(205) 699-4505
Grades: 6-8
| 461 students
Rank: n/an/a
991 Park Drive
Leeds, AL 35094
(205) 702-4206
Leeds, AL 35094
(205) 702-4206
Grades: PK-1
| 529 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Leeds, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Leeds, AL include Leeds Elementary School and Leeds Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Leeds?
3 public elementary schools are located in Leeds.
What is the racial composition of students in Leeds?
Leeds public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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