For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,397 students in 35653, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35653, AL are Russellville Elementary School, Belgreen High School and Russellville Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35653 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35653, AL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35653, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Russellville Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
133 Chucky Mullins Memorial Dr
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 331-2123
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 331-2123
Grades: 3-5
| 553 students
Rank: #22.
Belgreen High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
14220 Highway 187
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 332-1376
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 332-1376
Grades: PK-12
| 566 students
Rank: #33.
Russellville Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
765 Summit St
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 331-2120
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 331-2120
Grades: 6-8
| 591 students
Rank: n/an/a
1340 Clay Ave
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 331-2122
Russellville, AL 35653
(256) 331-2122
Grades: PK-2
| 687 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 35653, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35653, AL include Russellville Elementary School, Belgreen High School and Russellville Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35653?
4 public elementary schools are located in 35653.
What is the racial composition of students in 35653?
35653 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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