For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 773 students in 35473, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35473, AL are Faucettvestavia Elementary School and Flatwoods Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35473 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35473, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35473, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Faucettvestavia Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1150 Vestavia Circle
Northport, AL 35473
(205) 342-2646
Northport, AL 35473
(205) 342-2646
Gr: PK-4 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Flatwoods Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3800 66th Ave
Northport, AL 35473
(205) 342-2648
Northport, AL 35473
(205) 342-2648
Gr: PK-4 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35473, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35473, AL include Faucettvestavia Elementary School and Flatwoods Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35473?
2 public elementary schools are located in 35473.
What is the racial composition of students in 35473?
35473 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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