For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,003 students in 35406, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35406, AL are Rock Quarry Elementary School, Verner Elementary School and Northridge Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35406 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35406, AL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35406, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rock Quarry Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2000 Rock Quarry Dr
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 759-8347
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 759-8347
Grades: PK-5
| 655 students
Rank: #22.
Verner Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2701 Northridge Rd
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 759-3667
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 759-3667
Grades: PK-5
| 621 students
Rank: #33.
Northridge Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3811 Northridge Road
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 759-3578
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 759-3578
Grades: 6-8
| 727 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 35406, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35406, AL include Rock Quarry Elementary School, Verner Elementary School and Northridge Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35406?
3 public elementary schools are located in 35406.
What is the racial composition of students in 35406?
35406 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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