For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,620 students in 35020, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35020, AL are Lipscomb Elementary School, Brighton School and Abrams Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35020 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35020, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35020, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lipscomb Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5605 10th St S
Bessemer, AL 35020
(205) 379-4550
Bessemer, AL 35020
(205) 379-4550
Gr: K-5 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Brighton School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3400 Brown Cir
Bessemer, AL 35020
(205) 379-2650
Bessemer, AL 35020
(205) 379-2650
Gr: PK-8 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Abrams Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1200 23rd Street North
Bessemer, AL 35020
(205) 432-3100
Bessemer, AL 35020
(205) 432-3100
Gr: PK-5 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Jonesboro Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
125 Owen Ave
Bessemer, AL 35020
(205) 432-3400
Bessemer, AL 35020
(205) 432-3400
Gr: PK-5 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Charles F Hard Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2801 Arlington Ave
Bessemer, AL 35020
(205) 432-3300
Bessemer, AL 35020
(205) 432-3300
Gr: PK-5 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Bessemer City Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
100 High School Drive
Bessemer, AL 35020
(205) 432-3601
Bessemer, AL 35020
(205) 432-3601
Gr: 6-8 | 648 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Empower Community School
Charter School
751a Academy Drive
Bessemer, AL 35020
(205) 413-8600
Bessemer, AL 35020
(205) 413-8600
Gr: K-7 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35020, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35020, AL include Lipscomb Elementary School, Brighton School and Abrams Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35020?
7 public elementary schools are located in 35020.
What is the racial composition of students in 35020?
35020 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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