For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,564 students in 35570, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in 35570, AL are Hamilton Elementary School, Hamilton Middle School and Hamilton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35570 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35570, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35570, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
784 10th Ave Sw
Hamilton, AL 35570
(205) 921-2145
Hamilton, AL 35570
(205) 921-2145
Gr: PK-4 | 656 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Hamilton Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Military St S
Hamilton, AL 35570
(205) 921-7030
Hamilton, AL 35570
(205) 921-7030
Gr: 5-8 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Hamilton High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
211 Aggie Ave
Hamilton, AL 35570
(205) 921-3281
Hamilton, AL 35570
(205) 921-3281
Gr: 9-12 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
35570, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Marion County Alternative School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
188 Winchester Dr
Hamilton, AL 35570
(205) 952-9083
Hamilton, AL 35570
(205) 952-9083
Gr: 5-12 | 15 students Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35570, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35570, AL include Hamilton Elementary School, Hamilton Middle School and Hamilton High School.
How many public schools are located in 35570?
3 public schools are located in 35570.
What is the racial composition of students in 35570?
35570 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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