For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,653 students in 35125, AL (there are , serving 642 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 35125, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 35125, AL are Iola Roberts Elementary School, Eden Elementary School and Duran Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35125 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35125, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35125, AL Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Iola Roberts Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
810 Martin St N
Pell City, AL 35125
(205) 338-7312
Pell City, AL 35125
(205) 338-7312
Gr: K-4 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Eden Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
412 Wolf Creek Rd N
Pell City, AL 35125
(205) 338-6930
Pell City, AL 35125
(205) 338-6930
Gr: PK-4 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Duran Junior High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
309 Williamson Drive
Pell City, AL 35125
(205) 338-2825
Pell City, AL 35125
(205) 338-2825
Gr: 7-8 | 628 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Pell City High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Cogswell Ave
Pell City, AL 35125
(205) 338-2250
Pell City, AL 35125
(205) 338-2250
Gr: 9-12 | 1,215 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
35125, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Rise Academy (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1300 Cogswell Avenue
Pell City, AL 35125
(205) 338-3700
Pell City, AL 35125
(205) 338-3700
Gr: PK-12 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35125, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35125, AL include Iola Roberts Elementary School, Eden Elementary School and Duran Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in 35125?
4 public schools are located in 35125.
What percentage of students in 35125 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 35125 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35125?
35125 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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