For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,256 students in 35160, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35160, AL are Stemley Road Elementary School, Graham Elementary School and Evelyn D Houston Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35160 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35160, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35160, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Stemley Road Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2760 Stemley Bridge Rd
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5325
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5325
Grades: PK-6
| 346 students
Rank: #22.
Graham Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
403 Cedar St
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5777
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5777
Grades: PK-6
| 222 students
Rank: #33.
Evelyn D Houston Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1310 Ashland Hwy
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5808
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5808
Grades: 4-6
| 338 students
Rank: #44.
C L Salter Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
106 Brecon Access Rd
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5822
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5822
Grades: 1-3
| 350 students
35160, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
415 Elm St
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5755
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5755
Grades: 6
| 235 students
400 N Spring St
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5858
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 315-5858
Grades: PK-6
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 35160, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35160, AL include Stemley Road Elementary School, Graham Elementary School and Evelyn D Houston Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35160?
4 public elementary schools are located in 35160.
What is the racial composition of students in 35160?
35160 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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