For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,972 students in 35630, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35630, AL are Weeden Elementary School, Hibbett School and Harlan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35630 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35630, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35630, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Weeden Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Baldwin Street
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2900
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2900
Gr: PK-4 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #22.
Hibbett School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1601 Appleby Blvd
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2800
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2800
Gr: 5-6 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #33.
Harlan Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2233 Mcburney Dr
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2700
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2700
Gr: PK-4 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: n/an/a
Florence Learning Center
Alternative School
610 W College St
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-3022
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-3022
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
300 Rogers Lane
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 757-3106
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 757-3106
Gr: PK-6 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
35630, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1701 Cole St
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2300
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2300
Gr: PK-4 | 224 students Minority enrollment: 33%
955 Beale Street
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-3400
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-3400
Gr: PK | 54 students Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 35630, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35630, AL include Weeden Elementary School, Hibbett School and Harlan Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35630?
5 public elementary schools are located in 35630.
What is the racial composition of students in 35630?
35630 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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