For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 490 students in 35549, AL.
The top ranked public elementary school in 35549, AL is Carbon Hill Elementaryjunior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 35549 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35549, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35549, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Carbon Hill Elementaryjunior High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
283 Bulldog Blvd
Carbon Hill, AL 35549
(205) 924-4101
Carbon Hill, AL 35549
(205) 924-4101
Grades: PK-8
| 490 students
35549, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Carbon Hill Start School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
9558 Hwy 124
Carbon Hill, AL 35549
(205) 924-4133
Carbon Hill, AL 35549
(205) 924-4133
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 35549, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35549, AL include Carbon Hill Elementaryjunior High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35549?
1 public elementary schools are located in 35549.
What is the racial composition of students in 35549?
35549 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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