For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,049 students in 35126, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35126, AL are Kermit Johnson School and Rudd Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35126 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35126, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35126, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kermit Johnson School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8300 Kermit Johnson Rd
Pinson, AL 35126
(205) 379-4350
Pinson, AL 35126
(205) 379-4350
Gr: 3-5 | 620 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Rudd Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4526 Rudd School Rd
Pinson, AL 35126
(205) 379-5309
Pinson, AL 35126
(205) 379-5309
Gr: 6-8 | 675 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: n/an/a
4200 School Dr
Pinson, AL 35126
(205) 379-5050
Pinson, AL 35126
(205) 379-5050
Gr: PK-2 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35126, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35126, AL include Kermit Johnson School and Rudd Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35126?
3 public elementary schools are located in 35126.
What is the racial composition of students in 35126?
35126 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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