For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,886 students in 35633, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35633, AL are Forest Hills School and Underwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35633 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35633, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35633, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Forest Hills School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
101 Stovall Dr
Florence, AL 35633
(256) 768-2500
Florence, AL 35633
(256) 768-2500
Grades: PK-4
| 827 students
Rank: #22.
Underwood Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4725 Highway 157
Florence, AL 35633
(256) 764-8939
Florence, AL 35633
(256) 764-8939
Grades: PK-6
| 352 students
Rank: n/an/a
3000 County Road 200
Florence, AL 35633
(256) 764-2903
Florence, AL 35633
(256) 764-2903
Grades: PK-6
| 707 students
35633, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
12101 Highway 157 N
Florence, AL 35633
(256) 764-4816
Florence, AL 35633
(256) 764-4816
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 35633, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35633, AL include Forest Hills School and Underwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35633?
3 public elementary schools are located in 35633.
What is the racial composition of students in 35633?
35633 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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